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An Introduction to Online Tax Filing, Tax Tips

DIY Taxes: 5 Reasons You Should File Online

TaxSlayer Editorial Team January 2, 2019
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The information in this article is up to date through tax year 2019 (taxes filed in 2020). We live in an age of DIY. Many… Read more
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Tax Law Changes, Tax Tips

Filing Taxes as a Married Couple

TaxSlayer Editorial Team November 8, 2018
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The information in this article is up to date through tax year 2018 (tax returns filed in 2019). Getting married changes … Read more
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Tax Tips

6 First-Time Homeowner Tax Breaks

TaxSlayer Editorial Team October 12, 2018
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Buying your first home will probably be your largest purchase to date. It’s exciting to finally own your own space, but it… Read more
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Financial Health

5 Places to Rent, Buy, and Sell Textbooks on the Cheap

TaxSlayer Editorial Team June 1, 2018
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The cost of college textbooks can be a major financial stressor for parents and students. It’s not unusual to pay hundreds… Read more
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Tax Tips

Tax Tips for Freelancers: What is the IRS 1099 Tax Form?

TaxSlayer Editorial Team September 30, 2017
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This article is accurate for returns filed through tax year 2017. Under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, some of the laws mentioned… Read more
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Tax Tips

5 Ways to Improve Your Tax Return When You Own a Home

TaxSlayer Editorial Team September 3, 2017
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This article is accurate for returns filed through tax year 2017. Under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, some of the laws mentioned… Read more
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Tax Tips

The Best Tax Breaks for Domestic Businesses

TaxSlayer Editorial Team July 29, 2017
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Tax Tips

5 Things You Need to Know About Capital Gains Tax

TaxSlayer Editorial Team June 23, 2017
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The information in this article is up to date through tax year 2017 (taxes filed in 2018). Okay, first thing’s first:… Read more
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Tax Tips

Expert Tax Tips: Are Gifts and Inheritances Tax Deductible?

TaxSlayer Editorial Team May 20, 2017
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Tax Tips

Mark Down These 6 Important Tax Deadlines for 2017

TaxSlayer Editorial Team January 1, 2017
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The information in this article is up to date through tax year 2017 (taxes filed 2018). There are few pairs of words which… Read more
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