Beverly is a writer, editor, and paralegal specializing in personal finance and tax law. She covers personal financial and legal topics, as well as tax breaks, tax preparation software, and tax law ...

Taxes can get confusing — just looking at the names of some of the forms you have to fill out can be enough to get your head spinning. Like the 1099-C, for example. What is that, and why is it in your ...

Here's what you should know about the form 1099-C, Cancellation of Debt: A form 1099-C, Cancellation of Debt, is issued by a creditor when a debt is discharged for less than the full amount you owe ...

Rajeev Dhir is a writer with 10+ years of experience as a journalist with a background in broadcast, print, and digital newsrooms. Lea Uradu, J.D., is a Maryland state registered tax preparer, ...