Tag: tax refund

Huge Tax Refund? Time to Adjust Your Withholding

The shock of receiving such a large refund from the IRS this year may have raised a red flag: you may be withholding too much from your paychecks. Here’s how to fix that.

It’s Tax Day! 3 Last-Minute Tips

Today’s the day. Here’s what to do if you haven’t started.

New Grads: How Should You Spend Your Tax Refund?

You’re young, you’re smart, and you have a tax refund in your hands. How are you going to spend it? Our millennial contributor considers some practical approaches.

The Earned Income Tax Credit: Did You Claim Yours?

What is the Earned Income Tax Credit — and are you eligible to claim it? Find out now.

The Top 10 Tax Audit Triggers

Ed Note: As you may know, a tax audit is an IRS inspection of an individual’s or entity’s books and records. If you’re audited, the IRS will send you a letter stating which type of tax audit applies to you. You’ll need to comply with the IRS’ requests for information (which is why you’re advised [...]

Filing in February: Save Time and Money in the Shortest Month

It’s the shortest month of the year and we’re all about making every minute count. Here’s how you can save time & money filing taxes in February.

FAQ: When Can I File My 2012 Taxes? What Factors Affect How Quickly I’ll Receive My Refund?

Confused about something? Here are answers to a few of the questions you’ve been asking.

October is the New April: The Extension Deadline is Monday!

If you filed for a tax extension, your tax deadline is Monday, October 15th!

Four Ways for Procrastinators to File Taxes

Approximately 20 percent of us are self-admitted procrastinators (though it takes us a while to admit it), so it’s no surprise that more than 1 in 4 taxpayers file their tax returns in April. Some good news for procrastinators: even though time’s running out, H&R Block is still offering all its tax prep options. Plus, [...]

Turn Your Tax Refund Into a Nest Egg [Infographic]

When you get your tax refund check this year, consider contributing that money to your nest egg and set yourself up for a fabulous financial future.