Taxes

Federal estate taxes aren't an issue for most Americans. But you may need to worry about death taxes in your state.

Our in-depth look into how the IRS chooses its targets -- and goes about its probes.

How would you like to get next year's tax refund in installments ... starting next payday? Let us show you how.

Most Americans have too much taken from their paychecks each year. Why let the IRS hold your money interest-free?

Tax time is a perfect opportunity to get rid of paper cluttering up your home or office.

Washington's fight over taxes, entitlements and spending cuts will spill into another year.

The cost of day camp for a kid under 13 qualifies for the child-care credit.

Ever wonder why some tax returns are eyeballed by the Internal Revenue Service while most are ignored? The IRS audits only slightly more than 1% of all ...

Remember, it’s not just how much you make but how much you keep. With these investments and strategies, you get to keep more.

If you have a refund check coming your way, consider using it to bolster your personal balance sheet. The average refund has been around $3,000 for the ...

Find out whether you qualify for this break and reduce your tax bill.

You might be able to avoid paying taxes on the interest of some bonds if the money is used for qualified expenses.

Here's how to figure the value of your shares.

Congress ties up loose ends, but high earners pay more.

If you've been putting off the onerous task of finishing your tax returns, these tactics will help you breathe easier.

A quick picture with your phone could be cheap insurance at audit time.

Here are twelve hot spots on your return that can raise the chances of scrutiny by the IRS.

If your employer gives you until March 15 to use last year’s funds, don’t leave money on the table.

You may have trouble tracking the status of your money using the IRS Web site or app. Here's why.

If you delayed paying taxes on a 2010 conversion, you need to pay the remaining bill with your 2012 return.

You can find discounts -- or even get it for free if your income falls below a certain level.

The key is whether you were married or single on New Year’s Eve.

Years ago, the fellow who was running the IRS at the time told Kiplinger's Personal Finance magazine that he figured millions of taxpayers overpaid their ...

Those in a disaster area can choose when to deduct losses.

We'll help you decode the new 1099-B form from your broker.

There's still time to make a 2012 IRA contribution and lower your tax bill.

Congress extended this tax break, which helps offset college costs, through 2017.

Congress revived the $500 tax credit for both 2012 and 2013.

Follow these steps to lower your risk of becoming a victim of identity theft or tax fraud.

A simplified option available for 2013 tax returns requires fewer calculations and will save taxpayers time.

You can set aside more of your pay before taxes now to pay for mass transit.

Don't let a knowledge gap prevent you from taking advantage of these money-saving tax breaks.

Congress extended the law giving seniors the ability to transfer money from their IRAs to charitable organizations without paying taxes on the distribution, but there are some special rules.

Now that the payroll tax holiday has been sacrificed to the fiscal-cliff gods, taxpayers are left to their own devices to prevent a cut in take-home pay.

Organize your records and file when the IRS gives the all-clear.

Use this simple calculator to see how much your paychecks will drop starting in January because Congress decided to let the payroll tax holiday expire on schedule at the end of 2012.

Put away your checkbook and donate appreciated securities instead.

Consider these alternative methods of helping organizations in need.

Don't miss the New Year's Eve deadline for taking required minimum distributions from your retirement accounts.

Use this calculator to see how your income stacks up and what portion of the tax burden you bear.

The rules are different for medical and dependent-care flexible spending accounts. Here's what you need to know.

Year-end tax planning is stressful under ordinary circumstances, and this year is anything but ordinary. Unless Congress reaches an agreement by December ...

When insurance is tapped out -- or not there -- Uncle Sam offers help to those hit by storms.

Caring for someone with a chronic illness can be expensive, but these tax-saving moves may help defray some of the costs.

Tax planning in a time of uncertainty is a challenge. But there are many tax-trimming strategies that should hold up no matter what happens.

File early to ensure that your refund comes to you.

The IRS isn't likely to track a laptop or TV. It can track gifts of stock or those made by check.