An amended return is a taxpayer’s opportunity to receive any unclaimed refund or correct an instance of underpayment after ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Tax season is almost at an end, with payments and returns due on April ...

Applying for a six-month extension is easy, but IRS rules still require you to make a proper estimate of the taxes you owe. A “zero extension” could cost you. Every year, millions of taxpayers file ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Nearly 18 million e-filed individual tax returns were rejected in ...

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 ...

IRS data show that only approximately 6% of taxpayers mail their tax returns, and for good reason. Filing electronically is easier, safer, and faster, but it isn’t an option for everyone. Some ...

An audit is less dramatic than it appears in the movies – here's what to expect and how to help it go smoothly.