Before you complete and file your taxes, take a look at these 11 IRS tax forms that you must completely understand before filing your taxes as a retiree.

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You can help avoid tax refund delays by filing a complete and accurate return. The information you report on your return must match the tax forms received by the IRS. Here's a checklist of tax forms ...

This deadline applies to those who use the regular calendar year for reporting income. For many Americans, getting all tax ...

Employee's Withholding Certificate – used by employees to indicate federal tax withholding preferences. Additional instructions posted on the Manage Your Taxes and Tax Elections. Request for Taxpayer ...

Tax season opens January 26, 2026, which means that tax forms will be arriving in mailboxes and inboxes soon. Here’s when to expect Forms W-2, 1099 and others—and what to do if they don’t show up on ...

As the 2026 US tax filing season approaches, its significance extends far beyond the borders of the United States. While many associate tax season with domestic deadlines, deductions, and refunds, the ...

If you're ready to file your 2025 income taxes (and receive your potential tax refund) early, here is the information and documentation you need. Peter is a writer and editor for the CNET How-To team.

The deadline to file your 2024-2025 taxes is April 15, 2025. You can track your refund status through the IRS website or the IRS2GO mobile app. If you miss the April 15 deadline, you can file for an ...