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What Happens if You Missed the Tax Deadline?
Late Filing If you owe the IRS money, filing your tax return late (or never) can cost you penalties and interest.
By Rocky Mengle
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Bigger Tax Refunds Are Here: So Why Do Most People Still Think Their Taxes Are Too High?
Tax Policy As of Tax Day 2026, most Americans say they’re paying too much in taxes, as concerns grow that wealthy individuals and corporations aren’t paying their fair share.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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5 Treats to Splurge on with Your Tax Refund
Want to use your tax refund to splurge on a little something nice this spring? Here are five treats to make the most out of that extra cash.
By Rachael Green
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Tax Day 2026 Deals: Food Discounts and Freebies at Subway, Krispy Kreme, TurboTax, and More on April 15
Discounts You can score some sweet deals on April 15 in some select restaurants like Burger King, Shake Shack, Krispy Kreme, and more.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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What Time Is the 2026 Tax Deadline?
Tax Day If you like to wait until the last possible minute to file your tax return, you should at least know how much time you have.
By Rocky Mengle
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Filing Taxes Last Minute? 8 Things to Double-Check Before You File
Tax Day Tax Day is just around the corner. And while last-minute filing is common, rushing can cause mistakes that delay refunds, trigger IRS notices, or require costly corrections later.
By Chrissy Paradis
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Mailing Your Tax Return This Year? What to Know Before You Do
Tax Filing There are plenty of reasons not to mail your tax return this year, but here’s what you should know if you are.
By Katelyn Washington
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Tax Day: Is the Post Office Open Late on April 15? What to Know for 2026
Tax Filing Tax Day means some people need to mail their federal income tax returns.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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10 States With the Lowest Sales Tax
Sales Tax Living in one of the lowest sales tax states doesn't always mean you'll pay less.
By Katelyn Washington
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