Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Robert W. Wood is a tax lawyer focusing on taxes and litigation. If you received a lawsuit settlement in 2024, you probably ...
Think you qualify for an IRS COVID-era penalty refund? Alabama taxpayers can now file IRS Form 843 online before the July 10 ...
The IRS issued an important warning in April of 2025, alerting Americans to the fact that around $1 billion in refunds remain outstanding from the 2021 tax filing year. Those refunds are owed because ...
A stock photograph of a 1099 Misc tax form. Photographed with the Canon EOS 5DSR at 50mp and the 100mm 2.8 L (IS) lens. Incorrect IRS Forms 1099 are a big tax worry. After all, Forms 1099 generally ...
A step-by-step guide to help you fill out a W-4 Beverly is a writer, editor, and paralegal specializing in personal finance and tax law. She covers personal financial and legal topics, as well as tax ...
With bigger tax refunds expected this season, it can be tempting to file returns earlier than usual. But incomplete filings can raise flags for the IRS, delaying processing or even triggering an audit ...
You can help avoid tax refund delays by filing a complete and accurate return. The information you report on your return must match the tax forms received by the IRS. Here's a checklist of tax forms ...
The just-wrapped 2026 tax filing season served as an important reminder that a taxpayer’s experience with the IRS increasingly depends on whether they file electronically or still rely on paper. The ...