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Standard form for filing individual federal income tax returns
Simplified tax return for taxpayers age 65 and older
Report itemized deductions including medical, taxes, interest, and charitable contributions
Report income or loss from a business you operated or profession you practiced
Report sales and exchanges of capital assets including stocks and bonds
Report rental real estate, royalties, partnerships, S corporations, estates, trusts
Correct errors or make changes to a previously filed tax return
Reports wages paid and taxes withheld by employers
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Compare employee and contractor tax implications
Calculate self-employment tax for freelancers and contractors
Estimate taxes on investment sales and capital gains
Calculate estimated quarterly tax payments
Determine correct W-4 withholding allowances
Calculate optimal IRA and 401(k) contributions
Compare state tax burdens across all 50 states
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Expert advice and comprehensive guides to help you navigate tax season with confidence
Master the fundamentals of Form 1040, the cornerstone of individual tax filing. Learn about Form 1040-SR for seniors, understand each section, and discover how to maximize your refund while avoiding common filing mistakes.
Essential guide for freelancers, contractors, and small business owners. Learn how to report business income and expenses on Schedule C, maximize deductions, and reduce your self-employment tax liability.
Master the reporting of capital gains and losses from stocks, bonds, cryptocurrency, and real estate. Understand short-term vs long-term rates, wash sale rules, and tax-loss harvesting strategies to minimize your investment tax liability.
Confused about which 1099 form you received? We break down the differences between 1099-NEC for independent contractor payments and 1099-MISC for other income types, plus filing requirements for both.
Discover the tax advantages of S-Corporation status. Learn about pass-through taxation, reasonable compensation requirements, and how to properly file Form 1120-S to optimize your small business tax strategy.
Master partnership tax reporting with our comprehensive guide. Understand how Form 1065 works, what Schedule K-1 means for partners, and how to properly allocate income, deductions, and credits among partners.
Maximize your homeowner tax benefits by understanding Form 1098. Learn which mortgage interest is deductible, points and PMI rules, and how to claim this valuable deduction on Schedule A of your tax return.
Made a mistake on your tax return? Learn how to file an amended return using Form 1040-X. Discover when amendments are necessary, the three-year window, and how to track your amended return status with the IRS.
Compare state tax burdens across three major states. Analyze California Form 540, New York IT-201, and Texas no-income-tax advantage. Understand how state taxes impact your overall tax liability and financial planning.
Employers offering retirement plans must understand Form 5500 compliance. Learn about annual reporting requirements, deadlines, penalties for non-filing, and how to properly report employee benefit plan information to the DOL and IRS.
Received an incorrect W-2? Learn how to identify common errors, contact your employer for corrections, and what to do if your employer refuses to issue a corrected W-2. Understand Form W-2c and IRS procedures for wage discrepancies.
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