5 Tax Moves To Consider the Year You Turn 73 Turning 73 triggers new tax rules. Here are five smart moves retirees can consider to manage RMDs and reduce surprise tax bills. GOBankingRates · Apr 14
Unreported Income: How the IRS Finds Out (and What It Costs You) The fastest way to turn a good year into a financial nightmare involves ignoring income that never makes it onto a tax return. That decision might feel harmless in the moment, especially when the money comes from a side gig, freelance project, or cash payment that seems invisible. Yet the… The Free Financial Advisor · Apr 14
5 Hidden Triggers That Can Turn Your Tax Refund Into an IRS Audit A big tax refund feels like a success, right? That number pops up on the screen and suddenly plans start forming—pay off debt, book a trip, maybe splurge just a little. But here’s the twist that doesn’t get enough attention: that same refund can quietly wave a red flag if… The Free Financial Advisor · Apr 14
‘I’m not going to jail’: Woman woke up to an extra $5,337 from the IRS, spent days trying to return it, then the internet stepped in Not the kind of money problem you see everyday. We Got This Covered · Apr 14
Warren Buffett's first tax return showed $7 owed to the IRS. The then-paperboy and former Berkshire Hathaway CEO is now worth $143 billion That’s a far cry from the $26.8 billion Buffett said his company Berkshire Hathaway paid in 2024 taxes. Fortune · Apr 14
Filing Taxes Last Minute? 8 Things to Double-Check to Avoid IRS Issues and Refund Delays Tax Day is just around the corner. And while last-minute filing is common, rushing can cause mistakes that delay refunds, trigger IRS notices, or require costly corrections later. Kiplinger · Apr 14
IRS Extension Warning: Why Filing for More Time Won’t Delay What You Owe If you’re thinking about filing a tax extension this year, there’s one critical detail many taxpayers miss, and it can cost you. An extension gives... Saving Advice · Apr 13
IRS Filing Alert: Why Some Seniors Are Choosing Extensions Before the April 15 Deadline As the April 15 deadline approaches, many older Americans are making a surprising move—they’re choosing to file a tax extension instead of rushing their returns.... Saving Advice · Apr 13
IRS warns taxpayers to avoid common mistake as tax filing deadline nears IN FULL The Independent UK · Apr 13
IRS Mailing Warning: Why Your Tax Return Could Be Considered Late Even If Sent by April 15 If you’re someone who waits until the last minute and drops your tax return in the mail on April 15, there’s a new risk you... Saving Advice · Apr 13
Tax Day: Don’t Miss These Food Deals, Freebies and Special Discounts You can score some sweet deals on April 15 in some select restaurants like Burger King, Shake Shack, Krispy Kreme, and more. Kiplinger · Apr 13
The “Missing Signature” Email: The New FedEx Scam That Bypasses Your Spam Filter Security experts are sounding the alarm after a new wave of “missing signature” delivery emails started slipping straight into inboxes without raising the usual red flags. These messages don’t scream scam at first glance, and that’s exactly what makes them dangerous. They look clean, polished, and surprisingly believable, which means… Clever Dude · Apr 13
Tax Brackets Shifted: Who Pays More, Who Pays Less in 2026 Tax brackets shifted in 2026. Find out who pays more, who pays less and how the changes could affect your tax bill. GOBankingRates · Apr 13
Already Filed Your Taxes but Need to Make a Change? Mistakes the IRS Will Fix and Red Flags That Could Delay Your Refund Caught an error or missed a tax deduction after hitting submit? Before you rush to file an amendment, see which mistakes the IRS fixes for you and which ones require a Form 1040-X to save your refund. Kiplinger · Apr 13
International Business Times UK · Apr 13 Tax Deadline Panic? How to Get an IRS Extension Until October 15 — But You Still Have to Pay Learn how US taxpayers can extend their tax filing deadline to October 15 by submitting Form 4868 or using the IRS Free File system. Understand the process, penalties, and state tax rules.
Kiplinger · Apr 13 5 More Ways to Address the Conundrum of Concentrated Stock Managing a concentrated stock position is a complex puzzle involving diversification, liquidity, cost, tax and risk. Here are five ways to solve it.
GOBankingRates · Apr 12 Juggling Multiple Side Hustles? 5 Tips To Keep Your Income IRS-Friendly More than one extra source of income is great for building wealth, but it means more complications at tax time. Here are five ways to make filing smoother.
GOBankingRates · Apr 12 Should You Expect To Inherit a Home? What To Know Before the Transfer Happens From step-up in cost basis to insurance risks, learn what to do first when you inherit a home -- and some considerations on whether to keep, rent or sell.
Saving Advice · Apr 12 9 IRS Rules That Catch Retirees Off Guard Every Tax Season Retirement is supposed to simplify life—but when tax season rolls around, many retirees find themselves facing unexpected surprises. From Social Security taxes to required withdrawals,...
The Free Financial Advisor · Apr 12 IRS Audits Very Few Returns — But These 5 Triggers Put You at Risk A tax return travels through a system built to notice patterns, flag outliers, and question anything that looks even slightly off. That system doesn’t need to audit everyone to stay effective, and it doesn’t try to. The IRS audits a very small percentage of returns each year, which sounds comforting…
Kiplinger · Apr 12 Your Mailed Tax Return Could Be Late Under New USPS Postmark Rules: Here's Why and How to Avoid IRS Penalties If you wait until April 15 to mail your IRS tax return, you might be in for an unpleasant surprise.
GOBankingRates · Apr 12 3 Side Gig Tax Deductions People Misuse — and What Experts Say To Do Instead Deductions can cut your side gig tax bill, but if you misuse them, you may risk penalties. Experts explain three common write-off mistakes the IRS flags.
GOBankingRates · Apr 11 If You Retired Early in 2025, What Taxes Do You Have To Worry About? Before you head for the golf course or get on that cruise ship, below are some taxes you should know about.
GOBankingRates · Apr 11 I Asked ChatGPT Which Deductions Seniors Most Commonly Miss at Tax Time GOBankingRates asked ChatGPT which tax deductions seniors most commonly miss to find out how much more money they could be saving -- here's what it said.
The Free Financial Advisor · Apr 11 The IRS Doesn’t Warn You Twice — Tax Deadlines That Could Cost You Thousands Miss a deadline with the IRS, and the clock doesn’t pause; it charges. Every day that slips by can quietly stack penalties, interest, and stress until a simple oversight turns into a serious financial hit. The system runs on strict timelines, and it doesn’t slow down to offer reminders or…