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No, There Is No First-time Homebuyer Tax Credit With the IRS

Yeah, the tax credit isn't real. Maybe Santa will bring us one. Oh, wait... Sorry, there is no first-time home buyer tax credit available, as…

Do You Have to Pay Taxes on Unemployment Benefits?

If you're looking up this question, you probably have had your fill of unpleasant surprises. Unemployment benefits are a lifeline for individuals who have lost…

Do You Have to Pay Taxes? Yes, You Do. And Not Just Because the Law Says So.

Sure, paying taxes doesn't feel patriotic. But it is. Yes, you do have to pay taxes. The law mandates the payment of federal income taxes…

Retired and Filing Taxes: Does My Social Security Count as Income on My Taxes?

You think you're asking a yes-or-no question. Then the IRS answers with a percentage. Are Social Security benefits considered income? Yes, this crucial source of…

Do You Really Have to File Taxes Every Year?

Not to oversell it, but doing your taxes can really pay off. Do you really have to file taxes every year? The answer depends on…

Does Unemployment Count as Income?

So you got fired and now you're taxed? Believe it or not, there's good news: You have income. Unemployment benefits can often be a financial…

Minor Question: Do Minors Get Taxes Withheld from Their Paychecks?

If minors don't get taxes taken out, can I be 18 again? Yes, if a dependent child earns income, they will have their state and…

How to Check if You Owe the IRS Money (And Smart Ways to Negotiate and Pay Them, Including Installment Plans)

"Do I owe the IRS?" Well, it's always a good idea to check. When it comes to taxes, it's not uncommon for taxpayers to feel…