There are numerous programs available to help taxpayers who qualify, including outlets for filing online. The big question: Why don’t more people use them?

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Free tax help is waiting for you

Buying during an extended period of low inflation may not seem particularly attractive, but the next few months’ 3.36% annual rate of return doesn’t seem so bad.

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Turn your tax refund into a savings bond

Some people can get away with doing it themselves. Other folks need professional help. Here’s how to tell which group you belong to — plus a few tips for choosing the right preparer.

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Should you do your own taxes?

Some people can get away with doing it themselves. Other folks need professional help. Here’s how to tell which group you belong to — plus a few tips for choosing the right preparer.

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Should you do your own taxes?

If your move is job-related — and you meet a couple of requirements — you’re eligible to write off a large portion of your moving expenses. Here’s a rundown.

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On the move? Watch for deductions

Every year, million of people pay too much in taxes by taking the standard deduction. Are you one of them? Here’s what to do.

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Didn’t itemize? You may be overpaying IRS

Year after year, the IRS sees Americans committing the same sorts of mistakes on their returns. Many of these errors are easy to avoid; some are more complicated.

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10 tax goofs many of us keep making

The ‘envelope system’ gets you organized, helps you and your preparer find tax savings — and offers peace of mind. Here’s how to put it to work.

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Prepare for your tax preparer

Face it: The tax fairies aren’t going to file your tax return for you. Here’s a step-by-step guide to finding and filing those tax-return forms you’ve been avoiding.

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Your 15-point tax-return checklist

Do you have a stock that’s made you a lot of money? Here’s how to minimize the taxes you’ll owe if you sell. If you still have losses, you can use them, too — to cut your regular tax bill.

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Got long-term stock gains and losses? Lucky you