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Good tips that can help you get a refund on your taxes.

Tax Tip: 4 things to know about bartering

Bartering is the trading of one product or service for another and the fair market value of the trade must be reported as income by both parties. More>>

Tax Tip: 10 things to know about free IRS volunteer tax help

Millions of taxpayers qualify for free tax preparation assistance from IRS-sponsored community-based, volunteer programs. More>>

When you should plan for a tax refund

Getting a tax refund seems like a once-a-year bonus, but it might be better to track your taxes so you don't pay more than you owe in the first place. More>>

Tax Tip: Are your Social Security benefits are taxable?

Many people may not realize the Social Security benefits they received in 2011 may be taxable. More>>

Tax Tip: Safeguard your refund with direct deposit

Direct deposit is the fastest, safest way to receive your tax refund. When a taxpayer combines e-file and direct deposit, the IRS will likely issue your refund in as few as 10 days. More>>

Tax Tip: Check your eligibility for EITC

Here are the top 10 things the IRS wants you to know about this valuable credit, which has been making the lives of working people a little easier since 1975. More>>

Tax Tip: What to do if you are missing a W-2

If you haven't received your W-2, follow these four steps. More>>

Tax Tip: Get your prior year’s tax information from the IRS

Sometimes taxpayers need a copy of an old tax return. There are three easy and convenient options for getting tax return transcripts from the IRS. More>>

Tax Tip: IRS reminds parents of 10 tax benefits

Your kids can be helpful at tax time. They won't sort your tax receipts or refill your coffee, but those charming children may help you qualify for some valuable tax benefits. More>>

Tax Tip: Federal tax information aplenty through social media

Check out how the IRS delivers the latest tax information, initiatives, products and services through social media. More>>

Tax Tip: Need tax help 'en Espanol'?

Tax information can be tough to understand in any language, but it can be even more difficult if it is not in your first language. More>>

Tax Tip: Everyone is eligible to Free File!

Everyone can prepare and e-file their federal tax returns for free using the IRS Free File Program. More>>

Tax Tip: IRS offers several reasons to file your tax return electronically

IRS e-file: It's safe. It's easy. It's time. Most taxpayers -- nearly 80 percent -- file electronically. If you haven't tried it, now is the time! More>>

Tax Tip: Don't be scammed by cyber criminals

Here are five things the IRS wants you to know about phishing scams. More>>

Tax Tip: 6 important facts about dependents and exemptions

Even though each individual tax return is different, some tax rules affect every person who may have to file a federal return. These rules include dependents and exemptions. More>>

Tax Tip: Make it easy on yourself and choose the simplest tax form

Here are some general rules to consider when deciding which paper tax form to file. More>>

Tax Tip: Top 10 helpful features on the IRS website

Navigate your way through the tax season online and skip waiting in line. All you need is a computer and Internet access because the IRS website has a wealth of free information. More>>

Tax Tip: 4 ways to get IRS forms and publications

If you need IRS forms and publications, here are four easy methods for getting them. More>>

Tax Tip: IRS offers top 10 tax-time tips

The income tax filing season has begun and important tax documents should be arriving in your mailbox. More>>

What could a Santorum presidency mean for your finances?

With his strong showing in Iowa, Rick Santorum is positioning himself for the GOP presidential nomination. Here is what a Santorum presidency could mean for your finances. More>>

Many tax agencies offer online services for filing

 It's that time of year again, tax season and many people are choosing a non-traditional route to file.
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E-file lets you easily file an accurate tax return or get an extension of time to file... all from your computer. More>>

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