Tax Problems & Issues
Tax time strikes a little fear into everyone. If you have a tax problem or a special circumstance, it can feel like a nightmare. Find out how to avoid potential problems and learn how to get through those issues that you can't avoid.
What If You Can't Pay the Taxes You Owe?
Can't pay your taxes and don't know where to turn for help? Don’t worry, there are some actions you can take to remedy the situation.
Should You Pay Your Taxes With a Credit Card?
The IRS gives you the convenience of paying your income taxes with your credit card. Is the convenience worth the credit card debt?
How to Avoid Income Tax Preparer Fraud
As the federal income tax season gets into full swing, the IRS warns taxpayers to beware of falling victim to paid income tax preparers who file fraudulent tax returns on behalf of their customers.
Avoid Tax Refund Anticipation Loans
Resist the urge to get your hands on your refund right away. Instant tax refunds are costly.
Beware the Alternative Minimum Tax
The alternative minimum tax, or AMT, is a second tax system parallel to the regular income tax. It adjusts or eliminates certain tax deductions or credits.
Still Waiting for Your Refund?
Have you filed your tax return and are now awaiting a refund? The IRS makes it easy to check on the status.
What Is Tax Amnesty - And Do You Qualify?
Find out what tax amnesty is all about. You may qualify for tax relief for those tax returns you haven't filed, or back taxes you are trying to pay off.
Your Taxes and Identity Theft
Tax time is big money for tax preparation services, like H&R Block. But the IRS will not give you a tax refund if they have already processed one this year in your name. And sometime, the culprit is an identity thief working for the tax service…