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Ask for credentials, do a background search and compare fees to find the right tax preparer near you.

Itemizing allows you to pick and choose your tax deductions. Common deductions include those for medical expenses, mortgage interest and property tax.

Taxpayers with student loans, big medical bills or complicated situations can consider the married filing separately status.

Generally, if the IRS doesn’t issue your refund within 45 days of the tax deadline, the agency owes you interest.

Scammers are especially active during tax filing season, but it pays to be vigilant year-round.

The saver's credit helps eligible taxpayers offset the cost of saving for retirement.

The failure-to-file penalty is usually 5% of the tax owed for each month your return is overdue, up to 25% of the bill.

The United States taxes citizens on their income, no matter where it's earned. Here's how to lower the tax bill.

The short answer: yes, even if it's not in cash. Here's more on how taxes work for game show winnings and prizes.