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Report Name Change before You File Taxes

Did you change your name last year? Did your dependent have a name change? If the answer to either question is yes, be sure to notify the Social Security Administration before you file your tax return with the IRS....

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  • February 6, 2014

Top Ten Tips to Help You Choose a Tax Preparer

Many people hire a professional when it’s time to file their tax return. If you pay someone to prepare your federal income tax return, the IRS urges you to choose that person wisely. Even if you don’t prepare your...

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  • February 5, 2014

Updated IRS Smartphone App IRS2Go Version 4.0 Now Available

WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today announced the release of IRS2Go 4.0, an update to its smartphone application featuring new added features available in both English and Spanish. The redesigned IRS2Go provides new features for taxpayers to access...

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  • February 4, 2014

IRS Kicks Off 2014 Tax Season; Individual Returns Can Be Filed Now.

IRS YouTube Videos: Do It Yourself Free Tax Preparation: English | Spanish | ASL When Will I Get My Refund?: English | Spanish IRS Social Media: English WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today opened the 2014 filing season...

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  • January 31, 2014

Which Tax Form Should You File?

Which form should you use to file your federal income taxes? These days, most people use a computer to prepare and e-file their tax forms. It’s easy, because tax software selects the right form for you. If you file...

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  • January 30, 2014

IRS Warns of Tax-time Scams

It’s true: tax scams proliferate during the income tax filing season. This year’s season opens on Jan. 31. The IRS provides the following scam warnings so you can protect yourself and avoid becoming a victim of these crimes: Be...

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  • January 24, 2014

Three Year-End Tax Tips to Help You Save

IRS Special Edition Tax Tip 2013-16, December 17, 2013 Although the year is almost over, you still have time to take steps that can lower your 2013 taxes. Now is a good time to prepare for the upcoming tax...

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  • December 19, 2013

IRS Warns of Pervasive Telephone Scam

IRS YouTube Video: Tax Scams: English | Spanish | ASL WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today warned consumers about a sophisticated phone scam targeting taxpayers, including recent immigrants, throughout the country. Victims are told they owe money to...

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  • November 5, 2013

Fresh Start for Struggling Taxpayers

In many cases, those struggling to pay taxes qualify for one of several relief programs. Most people can set up a payment agreement with the IRS on line in a matter of minutes. Those who owe $50,000 or less...

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  • October 9, 2013

October 15th Deadline Remains in Effect for Taxpayers Who Requested a Six-month Extension to File Tax Return

The Internal Revenue Service today reminded taxpayers that the Oct. 15 deadline remains in effect for people who requested a six-month extension to file their tax return. The current lapse in federal appropriations does not affect the federal tax...

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  • October 9, 2013

IRS Operations During The Lapse In Appropriations

Due to the current lapse in appropriations, IRS operations are limited. However, the underlying tax law remains in effect, and all taxpayers should continue to meet their tax obligations as normal.

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  • October 1, 2013

Sep 09, 2013 – 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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  • September 9, 2013

IRS Rule Leads Restaurants to Rethink Automatic Tips Gratuities Added for Large Groups Will Be Taxed as Service Charges

An updated tax rule is causing restaurants to rethink the practice of adding automatic tips to the tabs of large parties. Starting in January, the Internal Revenue Service will begin classifying those automatic gratuities as service charges—which it treats...

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  • September 6, 2013

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions for Individuals of the Same Sex Who Are Married Under State Law

The following questions and answers provide information to individuals of the same sex who are lawfully married (same-sex spouses). These questions and answers reflect the holdings in Revenue Ruling 2013-17 in IRB 2013-38. Q1. When are individuals of the...

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  • September 6, 2013

Accept Credit Cards? You May Be an Audit Target

If you accept credit cards at your place of business, the Internal Revenue Service may have its eye on you. According to CNNMoney, the IRS has sent letters to 20,000 small-business owners over the past year to verify that...

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  • September 6, 2013

Give Tax Records a Mid-Year Tune-up this Summer

During the summer, you may not think about doing your taxes, but maybe you should. Some of the expenses you’ve paid over the past few months might qualify for money-saving tax credits or deductions come tax time. If you...

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  • August 23, 2013

Renting Your Vacation Home

A vacation home can be a house, apartment, condominium, mobile home or boat. If you own a vacation home that you rent to others, you generally must report the rental income on your federal income tax return. But you...

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  • July 19, 2013

Tips for Employers Who Outsource Payroll Duties

Many employers outsource their payroll and related tax duties to third-party payers such as payroll service providers and reporting agents. Reputable third-party payers can help employers streamline their business operations by collecting and timely depositing payroll taxes on the...

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  • July 19, 2013

Jul 11, 2013 – 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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  • July 12, 2013

Jun 28, 2013 – 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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  • July 1, 2013