How FICA and Income Tax Affect Your Take-Home Pay
If you’ve ever had a job and taken a look at your paystub, you’ve probably noticed a line for FICA taxes. The Federal Insurance… Read more
2021 Refund Schedule: How Long Do I Have to Wait Until I Get My Tax Refund?
The IRS announced that they will automatically move the federal tax filing deadline from April 15 to May 17, giving taxpayers… Read more
When are My Taxes Due?
This article is up to date for the 2021 tax filing season (2020 tax returns).
The IRS has extended the federal tax deadline… Read more
What If I Didn’t Pay Taxes Last Year?
Filing taxes is your responsibility when you earn income. If you didn’t file a return last year, there was probably a reason.… Read more
March Madness and Your Taxes
If you’re a basketball fan, the biggest tournament of the year is here: March Madness. This epic tournament involves filling… Read more
All About the Self-Employment Tax
The self-employment tax is a tax paid by people who work for themselves and do not have an employer withholding… Read more
TaxSlayer’s Ultimate Guide for Free Tax Filing
Filing taxes is one of those things that everyone has to do. It’s an American rite of passage. Not only does that sometimes… Read more
What to Do If You Can’t Pay Your 2020 Tax Bill
While many Americans get a tax refund from the IRS each year, some taxpayers owe. Sometimes the bill can be… Read more
Calculating Adjusted Gross Income When Married
What is Adjusted Gross Income?
Adjusted gross income (AGI) is your gross income for the year, minus certain tax deductions.… Read more
Can I Deduct Unreimbursed Job Expenses?
What is an unreimbursed job expense?
If you paid for a job expense that was necessary to your line of work during the tax year,… Read more