If you can file your taxes early, you should. Here's everything you'll want to have ready to do it. Peter is a writer and editor for the CNET How-To team. He has been covering technology, software, ...

Most paperwork needed for filing your federal tax return to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) can be completed and submitted electronically, but you’ll need to acquire some forms, on paper or via the ...

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You've probably heard that you should hang onto your tax returns for three years. The truth is that tax record retention periods vary from three years to indefinitely depending on the types of ...

Paying US federal and state taxes online can be confusing, and one wrong move can result in penalties or extra money owed. We break it down so you can have the most worry-free tax filing possible. The ...

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Filing taxes can get confusing, especially with all the forms and applications. Whether you file with help from a professional or on your own, calculating the precise total you owe to Internal Revenue ...

Tax filing season is underway and while many taxpayers may be eager to file sooner rather than later to get the process over with, they should be sure they have all the documents they need before ...

Your effective tax rate is a good indicator of how well you’ve been managing your tax situation. It’s smart to calculate your effective tax rate each year to help you make adjustments to your ...

Learn how to calculate payroll taxes in these easy steps. Follow our guide for accurate tax deductions, tips, and tools to simplify payroll processing. Calculating your employees’ gross pay is just ...

Federal tax forms could be harder to find this year because the IRS has scaled back a program that for decades has made the forms available at banks, libraries and post offices. Under the Banks, Post ...