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How to Reduce Your Tax Bill: 12 Tips and Tricks
Here are 12 easy moves you can make to lower your tax bill this year, plus tips for how to take advantage of them. See which ones will work for you.
Jul 18, 2026
Withholding Tax: Everything You Need to Know
Withholding tax, or tax withholding, is what your employer holds from your paycheck and then pays to the IRS on your behalf.
Jul 18, 2026
Child and Dependent Care Credit: Definition, What to Know
The child and dependent care tax credit is a tax break for working people with qualifying dependents. It can help to offset the costs of caregiving expenses.
Jul 18, 2026
Where’s My Refund? Track Your Tax Return in 2026
How to track the status of your federal tax refund and state tax refund in 2026 — plus tips about timing.
Jul 18, 2026
What Happens If You Don't File Taxes?
The failure-to-file penalty is usually 5% of the tax owed for each month your return is overdue, up to 25% of the bill.
Jul 18, 2026
Key IRS Tax Forms and Publications for 2026
How to get a Form 1040, Schedule A, Schedule D or other popular IRS forms and tax publications for 2026, plus learn what the most common IRS forms are for.
Jul 18, 2026
HSA, FSA Taxes and Contribution Limits for 2026
The HSA contributions limits have increased for 2026. The maximum for individuals is $4,400, and the maximum for families is $8,750.
Jul 18, 2026
9 Ways to Pay Your Taxes in 2026
A few options for how to pay your tax bill are e-pay, credit or debit card, and cash. Learn about the cost and pros and cons of each method.
Jul 18, 2026
How Much Do You Have to Make to File Taxes?
You probably have to file a tax return in 2026 if your 2025 gross income was at least $15,750 for single filers, $31,500 for those married filing jointly and $23,625 for heads of household. However, these thresholds can be higher for people who were over 65.
Jul 18, 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.
Jul 18, 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.
Jul 18, 2026
Tax Document Checklist: What You Need to File in 2026
Using a tax prep checklist can help reduce your tax-time stress. Here's a roundup of the documents and information you'll need to file your tax return this year.
Jul 18, 2026