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Taxes

Our experts break down the best tax filing software, how to get the best tax refund and the latest income tax news.

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Find Out if Your State Still Owes You a Tax Rebate or Stimulus Check

Find Out if Your State Still Owes You a Tax Rebate or Stimulus Check

South Carolina is mailing out refunds through the end of the year, and California won't finish until January 2023.

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If You Make Over $600 on PayPal, Venmo or Cash App, the IRS Will Know About It

If You Make Over $600 on PayPal, Venmo or Cash App, the IRS Will Know About It

Money sent to friends and family won't be taxed, but income received through third-party apps will be.

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Haven't Gotten Your California Middle Class Tax Refund Yet? Here's When to Expect It

Haven't Gotten Your California Middle Class Tax Refund Yet? Here's When to Expect It

More than 13 million payments have gone out to California taxpayers already, but some residents might not see theirs until January.

Before You Donate to Charity, See What's Different for Taxes in 2022

Before You Donate to Charity, See What's Different for Taxes in 2022

Charities depend on year-end donations, but the rules for claiming those contributions on your taxes are changing.

Estimated Tax Payments Are Due Today. Who Needs to File, How to Submit and More

Estimated Tax Payments Are Due Today. Who Needs to File, How to Submit and More

Sept. 15 is the deadline to file estimated taxes this quarter.

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Find Out if Your State Still Owes You a Tax Rebate or Stimulus Check

South Carolina is mailing out refunds through the end of the year, and California won't finish until January 2023.
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Before You Donate to Charity, See What's Different for Taxes in 2022

Charities depend on year-end donations, but the rules for claiming those contributions on your taxes are changing.
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Haven't Gotten Your California Middle Class Tax Refund Yet? Here's When to Expect It

More than 13 million payments have gone out to California taxpayers already, but some residents might not see theirs until January.
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If You Make Over $600 on PayPal, Venmo or Cash App, the IRS Will Know About It

Money sent to friends and family won't be taxed, but income received through third-party apps will be.
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Want Early Access to Your Tax Refund? It's Possible, but Experts Don't Recommend It

You can request an "advance" on your estimated tax refund from a tax preparation company.
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Here's What to Do if You Missed the Deadline to Claim Your Child Tax Credit or Stimulus Money

Just because you forgot to claim your child tax credit money or third stimulus check before the Nov. 17 deadline doesn't mean you'll never see that cash.
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Your Refund May Be Smaller Next Year Due to These 10 Tax Changes

The child tax credit and other expanded tax breaks are reverting to their pre-pandemic rules.
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If Student Debt Relief Passes, Will Loan Forgiveness Wipe Out Your Tax Refund?

If widespread forgiveness goes through, borrowers in several states will be on the hook for hundreds to thousands in taxes.
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All the Homeowner Tax Breaks for 2022: How to Maximize Your Tax Refund

Learn how your home can save you big money on your income taxes.
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Maximize Your Tax Refund in 2023: End-of-Year Tax Checklist

Income taxes aren't due for five months, but taking these tax-reduction steps now could pay off big in April.
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