Use IRS.gov for Quick Answers to Questions
February 19, 2017
Washington, D.C. – The Internal Revenue Service today reminded taxpayers that the next couple of weeks, especially around Presidents’ Day, marks the busiest time of year for IRS toll-free phone services. Taxpayers can avoid the rush by getting answers to their questions on IRS.gov.
The IRS will be issuing an “Avoid the Rush” series of news releases that provide tips related to the most common questions asked by taxpayers during the February peak.
Income Taxes
New IRS Tax Guide Helps People With Their 2013 Taxes
December 24, 2013
Washington, D.C. – Taxpayers can get the most out of various tax benefits and get a jump on preparing their 2013 federal income tax returns by consulting a newly revised comprehensive tax guide now available on www.IRS.gov.
Publication 17, Your Federal Income Tax, features details on taking advantage of a wide range of tax-saving opportunities, such as the American Opportunity Tax Credit for parents and college students, and the Child Tax Credit and Earned Income Tax Credit for low- and moderate-income workers.
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Do I Need to File a Tax Return This Year?
January 16, 2012
Washington, D.C. – You are required to file a federal income tax return if your income is above a certain level, which varies depending on your filing status, age and the type of income you receive.
However, the Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers that some people should file even if they aren’t required to because they may get a refund if they had taxes withheld or they may qualify for refundable credits.
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IRS Reminds 169,000 Tennesseans of October 17th Tax Deadline
October 14, 2011
Nashville, TN – The Internal Revenue Service today reminded the estimated 169,000 Tennesseans who requested a six-month filing extension in April that the deadline to file their 2010 federal tax returns is Monday, October 17th.
“We hope individuals and small businesses will double check their returns for recently expanded tax benefits, like the new Small Business Health Care Tax Credit,” said IRS spokesman Dan Boone. [Read more]
Ten Tax Benefits for Parents
February 20, 2011
Washington, D.C. – Did you know that your children may help you qualify for some tax benefits? Here are 10 tax benefits the IRS wants parents to consider when filing their tax returns this year.
- 1. Dependents In most cases, a child can be claimed as a dependent in the year they were born. For more information see IRS Publication 501, Exemptions, Standard Deduction, and Filing Information.
- Child Tax Credit You may be able to take this credit on your tax return for each of your children under age 17. If you do not benefit from the full amount of the Child Tax Credit, you may be eligible for the Additional Child Tax Credit. For more information see IRS Publication 972, Child Tax Credit. [Read more]
