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Tips for taxpayers who make money from a hobby

Many people enjoy hobbies that are also a source of income. From painting and pottery to scrapbooking and soap making, these activities can be sources of both fun and finances. Taxpayers who make money from a hobby must report...

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  • July 1, 2019

Tax transcript tips for those filing a FAFSA for the 2019-2020 college semesters

When filling out financial aid applications, students and families may need to get tax information to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form. The IRS Data Retrieval Tool is available to use with the 2019‒2020 FAFSA Form....

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  • June 28, 2019

Taxpayers who still haven’t filed their 2018 tax return should do so ASAP

While the federal income tax-filing deadline has passed for most people, some taxpayers did not file an extension and still have not filed their tax returns. These taxpayers should file ASAP. They should do so even if they can’t...

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  • June 27, 2019

Here’s what taxpayers should know if they get a notice from the IRS

Certain taxpayers might get a letter from the IRS this year. It’s called an IRS Notice CP 2000. It gives detailed information about issues the IRS identified. The IRS sends this notice when information from a third party doesn’t...

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  • June 25, 2019

Here’s what taxpayers should know about doing a Paycheck Checkup

Everyone should check their withholding by doing a Paycheck Checkup ASAP, even if they did one in 2018. The federal income tax is a pay-as-you-go tax. This means that taxpayers pay the tax as they earn or receive income...

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  • June 13, 2019

It’s not too late to check IRS payment options

IRS offers taxpayers convenient, secure ways to pay their taxes throughout the year. Taxpayers can pay: Online By phone With their mobile device using the IRS2Go app Additionally, some taxpayers must make quarterly estimated tax payments throughout the year....

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  • May 24, 2019

Done with taxes this year? Use 2018 return to get 2019 withholding right 

  WASHINGTON — Millions of taxpayers filed a 2018 tax return in the last few weeks, making now a prime time for everyone to consider whether their tax situation came out as they expected. If it didn’t, they can...

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  • April 29, 2019

Tax Time Guide: Contribute to an IRA by April 15 to claim it on 2018 tax returns

WASHINGTON —The Internal Revenue Service reminded taxpayers today that it’s not too late to contribute to an Individual Retirement Arrangement (IRA) and still claim it on a 2018 tax return. Anyone with a traditional IRA may be eligible for...

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  • March 19, 2019

Where’s My Refund? tool lets taxpayers check status of their refund

The best way for taxpayers to check the status of their refund is to use the Where’s My Refund? tool on IRS.gov. This tool gives taxpayers access to their tax return and refund status anytime. All they need is...

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  • February 6, 2019

Apr 24, 2018 – IRS Funding Information

The IRS releases refunds each weekday throughout the year. We provide the percentage of refunds that have not yet been funded by the IRS. We update these funding statistics at approximately 2:00pm eastern each weekday throughout the year. As...

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  • April 25, 2018

Apr 11, 2018 – IRS Funding Information

The IRS releases refunds each weekday throughout the year. we provide the percentage of refunds that have not yet been funded by the IRS. We update these funding statistics at approximately 2:00pm eastern each weekday throughout the year. As...

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  • April 12, 2018

Mar 26, 2018 – IRS Funding Information

The IRS releases refunds each weekday throughout the year. We provide the percentage of refunds that have not yet been funded by the IRS. We update these funding statistics at approximately 2:00pm eastern each weekday throughout the year. As...

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  • March 27, 2018

Updated Withholding Calculator Reflects Changes in New Tax Law

To help taxpayers, the IRS updated the special Withholding Calculator tool on IRS.gov to reflect changes in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act passed in December. With most employees seeing withholding changes in their paychecks, the IRS recommends taxpayers...

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  • March 26, 2018

Things to Remember when Considering Early Withdrawals from Retirement Plans

Many taxpayers may need to take out money early from their Individual Retirement Account or retirement plan. Doing so, however, can trigger an additional tax on early withdrawals. They would owe this tax on top of other income tax...

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  • March 15, 2018

Phone Scams Pose Serious Threat; Remain on IRS ‘Dirty Dozen’ List of Tax Scams

IRS YouTube Videos: Tax Scams – English | Spanish | ASL Dirty Dozen – English | Spanish | ASL WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service reminded taxpayers to be careful with continuing aggressive phone scams as criminals pose as...

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  • March 11, 2018

IRS: Refunds worth $1.1 billion waiting to be claimed by those who have not filed 2014 federal income tax returns

WASHINGTON ―Unclaimed federal income tax refunds totaling about $1.1 billion may be waiting for an estimated 1 million taxpayers who did not file a 2014 federal income tax return, according to the Internal Revenue Service. To collect the money,...

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  • March 11, 2018

Check Status of a Tax Refund in Minutes Using Where’s My Refund?

The Where’s My Refund? tool gives taxpayers access to their tax return and refund status anytime. All they need is internet access and three pieces of information: • Their Social Security number. • Their filing status. • The exact...

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  • March 8, 2018

Mar 02, 2018 – IRS Funding Information

The IRS releases refunds each weekday throughout the year. We provide the percentage of refunds that have not yet been funded by the IRS. We update these funding statistics at approximately 2:00pm eastern each weekday throughout the year. As...

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  • March 5, 2018

IRS Can Help Taxpayers Get Form W-2

Most taxpayers got their Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement, by the end of January. Taxpayers need their W-2s to file an accurate tax returns, as the form shows an employee’s income and taxes withheld for the year. Taxpayers...

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  • February 28, 2018

Feb 22, 2018 – IRS Funding Information

The IRS releases refunds each weekday throughout the year. We provide the percentage of refunds that have not yet been funded by the IRS. We update these funding statistics at approximately 2:00pm eastern each weekday throughout the year. As...

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  • February 23, 2018