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Ask the Editor: Reader Questions on 529 plans
In our latest Ask the Editor round-up, Joy Taylor, The Kiplinger Tax Letter Editor, answers questions related to 529 plans.
By Joy Taylor
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Ask the Editor: Questions on Amended Returns and Mortgages
In our Ask the Editor: Taxes, April 18, round-up — Joy Taylor, The Kiplinger Tax Letter Editor, answers questions on amended returns, mortgages and deductions.
By Joy Taylor
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IRS Direct File program is on Trump's Chopping Block
Tax Filing The IRS Direct File program was piloted last year in 12 states and has since expanded to 25. But will it last under the Trump administration?
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez
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Need More Time to File Your Taxes? Here's How to Get an Extension
Tax Deadlines If you can't finish your federal tax return by Tax Day, you can get more time by filing a tax extension.
By Rocky Mengle
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Taxpayer Revolt? Why More People Are Avoiding Filing Taxes This Year
Tax Season It may be tempting to skip filing due to the overwhelmed IRS, but doing so could have financial and legal consequences.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Pros and Cons of Filing a Tax Extension
Tax Filing It's easy to extend your tax return deadline to October by requesting a tax extension…but should you?
By Rocky Mengle
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Filing a Deceased Person's Final Income Tax Return
Tax Filing Unfortunately, death doesn’t relieve one’s obligation to file a final federal income tax return.
By Joy Taylor
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Why You Should Take Extra Care With Your Tax Return
Filing Taxes You can minimize your tax bill and avoid unwanted attention from the IRS by watching out for common errors and oversights.
By Sandra Block
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Ten IRS Audit Red Flags for Self-Employed Individuals
IRS Audits Taxpayers who file Schedule C with their Form 1040 have a greater chance of an IRS audit.
By Joy Taylor
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