The IRS Form 1040 is the primary document used by taxpayers in the United States to file their annual income tax returns. It ...

Before filing your tax return, be sure you understand these 14 key tax forms, what they're for, and how they can impact your ...

If you're ready to file your 2025 income taxes (and receive your potential tax refund) early, here is the information and ...

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As you sort through your taxes before filing this year, don’t forget that you could be eligible for certain credits and deductions. And note that there are some new breaks you might qualify for, too.

Social Security benefits remain taxable on federal income tax returns. But many older adults can save money with new enhanced ...

The secret to winning the 2026 tax season is realizing that, if you're smart about it, your home is essentially a giant tax shelter. Peter is a writer and editor for the CNET How-To team. He has been ...

A new deduction created under the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ will allow senior taxpayers to subtract between $6,000 and $12,000 from their 2025 taxable income, lowering their overall tax burden.

IRS Direct File, which was offered in 25 states last year, has been discontinued. But one very-much underused, free program remains for 2026.

Tax season is officially upon us and taxpayers will be able to start filing their 2025 federal income tax returns on Jan. 26 ...