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1099-MISC: What It Is and How It Works
A 1099-MISC form reports certain types of miscellaneous income, including rent, royalties, prizes and other payments.
May 2, 2026
Back Taxes: How to File Past-Due Returns
Back taxes refer to unpaid taxes from the current or previous years. The IRS starts charging penalties and interest on late or unpaid taxes the day after the tax filing deadline for that year.
May 2, 2026
14 Types of Tax-Free Income & Nontaxable Income
The IRS casts a wide net when it collects taxes, but it doesn't collect on everything. Here are 14 types of nontaxable income.
May 2, 2026
How an IRS Tax Payment Plan Works
An IRS payment plan or installment agreement can help if you can't pay your tax bill. See the types of IRS payment plans and how to set one up.
May 2, 2026
IRS Business Forms: A Comprehensive List
Here's a comprehensive list of IRS business forms for small-business owners — plus, a brief overview of each.
May 2, 2026
IRS First-Time Penalty Abatement: What to Know
The first-time penalty abatement lets qualifying taxpayers remove a penalty from their record or get a refund for one they already paid.
May 2, 2026
Inheritance Tax: How It Works, Rates
There is no federal inheritance tax, but some states have an inheritance tax. The tax typically applies to assets passed to someone who is not immediate family.
May 2, 2026
How to File Taxes: A 2026 Tax Filing Guide
If you're wondering how to file taxes online or on paper, here’s some help on how to do your taxes and how to make tax filing easier.
May 2, 2026
What Happens If You Don't Pay Your Taxes?
If you don't pay taxes by the filing deadline, you may face penalties and be charged interest by the IRS.
May 2, 2026
Form 1040: What It Is, How to Fill It Out in 2026
Form 1040 is the main tax document used to file a tax return in the U.S. The 1040 shows income, deductions, credits, refunds or taxes owed.
May 2, 2026
Free Tax-Filing Options for 2026
Filers who make below a certain income can take advantage of IRS Free File. Popular tax-prep companies also often offer free tiers of their programs to filers with simple returns.
May 2, 2026
6 Great Ways to Cut Taxes in Retirement
Higher standard deductions, a senior deduction, catch-up contributions, a medical expense deduction, capital gains exclusions and an extra tax credit can cut taxes in retirement.
May 2, 2026