The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025). More and more people are seeking ways to keep more of their hard-earned money. One of the most common strategies is moving to a state that doesn't impose personal income tax. As of 2024, nine...

The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025). Deciding whether to file taxes as “married filing jointly vs separately” can have a major impact on your tax bill. This article compares the benefits, drawbacks, and scenarios where each option...

The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025). More than 100 million American adults care for a child, parent, or relative. That's 1 in 5 people providing care in addition to working outside the household in the US–up from 1 in 7 in...

The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025). Head of Household filing status is a tax category for unmarried individuals supporting a qualifying person. It offers a higher standard deduction and lower tax rates than Single filers. This...

The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025). Tax season is behind you, and you’ve filed your return—phew! But now you’re left with the question: How long do you have to keep tax records? It’s one of those things we all wonder about once...

The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025). Need to file your taxes but don’t have a W-2? This guide will show you what to do. Learn the steps, forms, and alternative options on how to file taxes without a W-2. Key Takeaways A W-2 is...

The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025). According to the IRS, more than 151 million tax returns were prepared and e-filed last year, 66 million of which were self-prepared returns. This growing trend towards self-preparation and...

The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025). When you’re going through a divorce, taxes may be the last thing on your mind. Filing separate tax returns after a divorce is mandatory, regardless of how long you were married within the tax...