How to Work Around Delays in Major IRS Functions
The IRS has dialed back a number of taxpayer services amid the coronavirus outbreak, including cutting staffing for phone lines and leaving much of the mail it receives unopened. The…
Tina Orem
Tina Orem is NerdWallet's authority on taxes. She's been reporting on and writing about business and finance for over a decade. Her work has been featured by The Associated Press, USA Today, Consumers Digest, Advisor Today and other outlets. Email: [email protected].
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Coronavirus Stimulus Checks: How Much You May Get & How to Track Your IRS Payment
The CARES Act kicks off a massive economic stimulus effort that, among other things, could put money directly in your pocket soon. Here’s a rundown of how much money you…
The IRS’ New Tax-Filing Deadline Is July 15. Here’s What to Know Now
The U.S. government is extending the tax-filing deadline to July 15, a move meant to give taxpayers extra time to deal with their taxes amid the coronavirus outbreak. Taxpayers now…
IRS Tax Payments Are Now Due in July. Here’s What It Means for You
March 20 update: The U.S. government is extending the tax-filing deadline to July 15 as well. Taxpayers now have an extra three months to both file and pay their taxes. More details…
Squash These 4 Common Tax-Season Stresses
If tax season is nerve-racking for you, you’re not alone. A recent NerdWallet survey found that 26% of people who plan to file a tax return this year reported feeling…
3 Signs That Itemizing Your Taxes May Be Worth the Headache
For many people, one of tax season’s trickiest decisions is whether to take the standard deduction or itemize. Taking the standard deduction may be faster and simpler, but itemizing could…
Some Rental Owners Could Get an Extra Tax Break This Year
Owning rental properties can be a way to build wealth and generate passive income, and now there might be an extra tax break — if you qualify. Two tax pros…
How the IRS Knows If You Cheat on Your Taxes
Mailboxes are flooded with tax forms every year around this time, and many of them can be confusing, feel unnecessary or involve seemingly trivial amounts of money. But before succumbing…
Haven’t Filed a Tax Return Lately? You Can Still Get a Refund
If you owe money to the IRS, filing a tax return after the deadline can create serious headaches. But if you’re due a refund, there’s a good chance the IRS…
Blunt Truths About Medical Expenses, Marijuana and Your Tax Return
If costly medical or dental bills have you feeling sick, there’s a potential tax-time antidote: the medical expense deduction. This can help many taxpayers cut their tax bills — if…
