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Child Tax Credit 2025-2026: Calculator, How to Claim
The child tax credit offers up to $2,200 per qualifying child, and up to $1,700 of that amount may be refundable. Learn more about the credit and use our estimator to see how much you might get.
Jul 18, 2026
Earned Income Tax Credit: How It Works, Who Qualifies in 2025-2026
The earned income tax credit is for low- and moderate-income workers. In general, the less you earn, the larger the credit. Families with children often qualify for the largest credits. See qualifications and credit amounts for 2025 and 2026.
Jul 18, 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.
Jul 18, 2026
IRS Free File: What It Is, How It Works
The IRS Free File program helps certain taxpayers to file their returns using commercial tax software for free. Learn more about how it works and who qualifies.
Jul 18, 2026
When Can I File My Taxes in 2026?
Tax season began on Jan. 26, 2026, and runs through mid-April. This is when people prepare their tax documents and report their prior-year income to the IRS.
Jul 18, 2026
Venmo Taxes: How They Work in 2026
There’s been some understandable confusion over Venmo payments as the IRS looks to increase its oversight of peer-to-peer transactions.
Jul 18, 2026
Sales Tax Deduction: What It Is, How to Calculate
Here’s how the sales tax deduction works, how to calculate what to write off, and how to evaluate your options so you can maximize savings and cut your tax bill.
Jul 18, 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.
Jul 18, 2026
What Is Taxable Income? How to Calculate
Most forms of income count as taxable — but not all. Here’s how to calculate your taxable income, and some ways to reduce your liability.
Jul 18, 2026
Marginal Tax Rate: What It Is, Calculator
Your marginal tax rate is the highest tax rate you will pay. Learn more about how to determine it.
Jul 18, 2026
How to File an Amended Tax Return (Form 1040-X)
File IRS Form 1040-X for an amended tax return if you want to fix a mistake or claim a forgotten tax break.
Jul 18, 2026
IRS Tax Transcript: What It Is, How to Request One
You can get tax information via an IRS transcript. See the IRS tax transcript choices, how to request a transcript online and how to get copies of tax returns.
Jul 18, 2026