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6 Signs Your Tax Situation Has Gotten Too Complicated for You To Self-File

Self-filing can backfire if your taxes are complex. Here are six signs it may be time to hire a professional and avoid costly tax mistakes. Find out more.

GOBankingRates · Apr 2

I’m a CPA: Here Are the Biggest Surprises I’m Seeing as I File My Clients’ 2025 Returns

A CPA reveals the biggest tax surprises showing up on 2025 returns, from refund changes to deductions clients didn’t expect.

GOBankingRates · Apr 2

I’m a CPA: 3 Tax Changes Middle-Class Filers Should Watch Out for This Year

Here are a few tax updates worth checking before you file, especially for middle-class taxpayers.

GOBankingRates · Apr 2

Millions Are Missing This IRS Credit in 2026 — Are You One of Them?

The tax system doesn’t reward laziness, but it absolutely rewards attention. Every year, billions of dollars sit untouched, waiting for people who never realize they qualify for them. That money doesn’t disappear into thin air—it stays right there, unclaimed, while everyday people file their taxes and move on without it.…

Everybody Loves Your Money · Apr 1

4 Tax Mistakes Seniors Make That Could Trigger an IRS Audit

Here are four tax mistakes seniors should avoid making in the hopes of not getting flagged for an IRS audit. 

GOBankingRates · Apr 1

I used Gemini to find 7 overlooked tax write-offs — these are the ones that can help you save money

I asked Google Gemini to mention seven of the most overlooked tax write-offs—the ones it brought to my attention could be very beneficial for many U.S. taxpayers

Tom’s Guide · Apr 1

I Asked ChatGPT Which Lesser-Known Tax Breaks Seniors Can Use To Maximize Refunds

If you're looking for lesser-known tax breaks you can use to maximize your refund, you're in good company. GOBankingRates asked ChatGPT this very question.

GOBankingRates · Apr 1

5 Tax Questions To Ask Before Filing If You Freelanced Even a Little in 2025

Did you do any gig or freelance work in 2025? Learn how 1099 income, deductions and self-employment tax can affect your IRS filing. Here's what to know.

GOBankingRates · Apr 1

Don't Let Low Tax Rates Lull You Into the Torpedo Zone: If You Have $1M to $3M in Tax-Deferred Savings, You Could Be Looking at Brutal Tax Bills in the Future

The Social Security provisional income threshold can create a "tax torpedo" for disciplined savers, raising your effective marginal tax rate to 40.7% or more.

Kiplinger · Apr 1

Don't Defer Retirement if You're a Landlord, Defer Taxes Instead

A millionaire couple spent 30 years building a real estate empire — and nearly handed a million dollars of it to the IRS before discovering an exit strategy.

Kiplinger · Apr 1