Not everyone is required to file a tax return. But the consequences of not filing when you should are harsh, so it’s best to know what your situation requires. The IRS has specific rules dictating who ...

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Millions of Americans could be owed a refund from the IRS as a result of a recent court ruling. Last month, a U.S. Court of Federal Claims decision expanded the interpretation of a specific tax code ...

If you're not going to make the April 15 filing deadline, you can seek an extension from the IRS and Michigan Treasury.

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Apple was the first computer company to make networked file sharing easy. Decades after introducing that feature on the Mac, it’s less important in an era of cloud storage. Unless you’re on a ...

What can you tell me about the IRS income tax filing requirements for retirees this tax season? My earned income stopped when I retired last March, so I’m wondering if I need to file a tax return this ...