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  • Be aware of (and beware!) these 11 tax audit red flags

    April 6, 2026
    Some taxpayers intentionally push the filing envelope. Others simply make claims that have long caught the IRS' eye. Here are…
  • Improved IRS oversight of tax preparers could benefit taxpayers, says GAO report

    April 4, 2026
    The IRS has long sought the ability to regulate certain paid tax preparers. A new GAO report supports that effort,…
  • DHS employees get new May 15 tax filing deadline

    April 2, 2026
    The longest-ever government shutdown mainly affected Department of Homeland Security agencies, including airport security check staff. As it appears to…
  • 6 no-fooling tax moves to make in April

    April 1, 2026
    April brings not only spring showers for thirsty flowers, but also several tax tasks. Here are six April tax moves…
  • "Bold metal letterpress blocks spelling 'TAX TIPS' on wooden shelves, symbolizing financial advice and tax preparation guidance."

    April 2026 Tax Tips

    April 1, 2026
    It's April, the month that's the traditional home of Tax Day. But in addition to the annual filing of tax…
  • Tax-free family vehicle transfers en route to Wyoming this summer

    March 31, 2026
    This current father and son vehicular bonding won’t pass Wyoming’s new vehicle transfer tax exemption muster. But one day, dad…
  • April 1 is RMD deadline for some. No fooling.

    March 30, 2026
    Celebrating a birthday is fun. It also can mean tax tasks for older partiers who must take a required minimum…
  • IRS Direct File’s cost was $16 million, not the estimated $61 million, says tax agency watchdog

    March 28, 2026
    The IRS apparently messed up its numbers when it came to Direct File's costs. A new TIGTA report says the…
  • It’s March tax bracket time! Or what’s your real tax rate?

    March 25, 2026
    When brackets come up in March, sports fans immediately think NCAA college basketball tournament. But we tax folks know each…
  • Missing some tax statements? Here’s how you can still file your return

    March 23, 2026
    You've got most of the tax material you need to file, but a few are missing. Here's how to track…
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