A guide to what receipts, documents and forms must be saved, and for how long, to satisfy the IRS. Plus, tips for storing, scanning and shredding all that paper.

Known as quarterly estimated tax payments, these are “taxes paid to the IRS throughout the year on earnings that are not subject to federal tax withholding,” said NerdWallet. Failing to make quarterly estimated tax payments when you owe them can result in a penalty,

Filed weeks ago and still waiting? There are a few things that can delay refunds. Here’s how to see where yours stands.

The difference between a high-tax and no-tax state can add up to six figures, one pro tells us.

As the federal tax filing deadline approaches, the Internal Revenue Service says the 2026 filing season is moving smoothly, with most taxpayers receiving refunds quickly via electronic filing and direct deposit.

The average tax refund is about 11.3% higher so far this season, compared with about the same period in 2025, according to IRS filing data through Tax Day.

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) remains one of the most valuable tax breaks available to working Americans, yet millions of eligible households still leave money unclaimed every year. From confusion about eligibility rules to simple filing mistakes,

If you haven’t received your tax forms from your employer by Jan. 31, reach out to your HR department. Keep in mind that every year there are changes to tax paperwork, so be on the lookout for new information.

The president has said since 2016 he can't release his taxes due to ongoing IRS reviews. With those gone, watchdogs say he's run out of excuses.