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I Don't Have a Prior-Year AGI-How Do I e-File?

Here's how to deal with prior-year AGI prompts on your 2021 return.

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This is Your Two-Minute Warning...

There is still time to file your income taxes, although that time is running out.

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Running out of time?

Running out of time to file your return? We'll tell you how to file an extension.

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I Missed the Tax Filing Deadline - Now What?

If you owe taxes, missing the deadline means you need to know about the failure-to-file penalty and the failure-to-pay penalty - without the panic, of course.

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The Tax Filing Golden Ticket - Know Your 2015 AGI Amount

The IRS no longer uses e-file PINs to verify your identity, and is only using prior-year adjusted gross income (AGI) or your self-selected PIN.

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The Tax Extension Deadline is October 15-Unless You're in a Disaster...

The last day to file your taxes after an extension is October 15, but what about hurricane, flooding, and other natural disaster victims?

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Tax Savings Strategies for Military Personnel

Members of the United States Armed Forces have to file their taxes just like everyone else-almost exactly like everyone else, in fact.

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Filing Your Taxes Before the IRS Opens and Why It's a Good Idea

1040.com officially opens for business on Monday-so why file so early? Here are some great reasons to file before the IRS starts processing returns.

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How Does Tax Reform Affect Health Insurance Penalties?

The ACA requires most of us to carry health insurance or face a penalty when we file our taxes-but didn't tax reform get rid of the healthcare penalty?

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Everything You Need to Know About Filing a Tax Extension

Maybe life has gotten in the way of filing your taxes - but fear not! You can file for a tax extension.

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The Basics

Filing your taxes 101

There are just a few things you should know about doing your own taxes before you get started with e-filing.

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State Taxes

Whether it’s about credits and deductions, states with no income tax, or supported forms, you’ve got questions – and we’ve got answers.

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IRS Tax Dates

IRS official tax dates you need to stay on top of your taxes.

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