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A rip current statement in effect for 5 regions in the area

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A rip current statement in effect for 5 regions in the area

TAX SEASON


5 things you should know if you’re filing taxes for the first time

If you grew up watching your parents get stressed around tax season, then you're probably not looking forward to filing yourself for the first time.

As tax season begins, here are the changes you should know about

It’s now time to start gathering those W2s and all your financials together for Uncle Sam. This year you’ll notice some changes, especially when it comes to refunds.

Quiz: How much do you know about income tax?

You likely know what “income” means, and of course you’re aware of federal and state taxes, and the fact that we have to do them (or have them prepared for us, in some cases), every year. But how much do you know about income tax overall?

Quiz: How much do you know about the tax basics?

Tax season is officially here, meaning you have the next couple months to get those returns filed! This year’s IRS deadline is April 18.

What you need to know before filing taxes this year

Tax season is here and it’s early this year. You can start filing electronically on Monday, but will the returns be bigger or smaller this year?

Taxes: Answers to top FAQs about Social Security income

Even for those of us who think we have some knowledge about anything tax related, it can be a stressful time. And it's certainly not a time when you want to play a guessing game.

From Homer Simpson to Al Bundy, how TV has had fun with tax season

Tax season can be a reason to laugh, as these famous TV episodes showed.

Finished your taxes? Take these steps to get ahead for next year

Are you knee-deep in receipts, 1099 forms and W2s? Or are you all done?

Why you should do your taxes early, and how to get started

It is easy to put off doing your taxes until the last minute. No one likes to deal with the IRS, and sometimes, procrastination happens as a result.

This checklist will help ensure you have everything prepared for filing this tax season

Regardless of whether you’ve paid someone for help or tried to do it on your own, even just gathering all the data you need for filing your federal income taxes can seem daunting.

Should you claim your stimulus pay on your taxes? And other FAQs

Given the pandemic, it’s fair to wonder how factors such as stimulus payments and Paycheck Protection Program loans could impact your filings. Below you’ll find a brief Q&A with Thomas explaining what you need to know:Do you have to claim your stimulus claims when filing your taxes? AdDoes the IRS look at stimulus payments as income? If unemployment compensation was received last year, you definitely want to include that on your tax return. Lawson hosts virtual roundtable on taxesIf you have additional questions about your taxes, stimulus payments and Paycheck Protection Program loans, you’re in luck.

For some, credit cards are a major part of tax season, survey finds

Tax season and credit cards seem to go hand-in-hand like peanut butter and jelly, at least if you believe the findings of a recent study conducted by Credit Card Insider. Using SurveyMonkey to conduct an online survey of 3,114 adults from Feb. 3-5, Credit Card Insider found out the following information when it comes to how important credit cards are for people during tax season. 14% of respondents who expected to owe this year planned on using a credit card to pay their taxes. Of those expecting a tax refund, 40% had credit card debt. 75% of those with debt plan to use their tax refund toward paying it off.

With tax season on the way, it’s time to protect your personal data

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – With tax season just around the corner, authorities are warning people to take steps to protect their personal and financial information so they can avoid falling victim to scams. On Tuesday, representatives from several agencies, including the Internal Revenue Service and Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, met downtown as part of National Tax Security Awareness Week to share some tips to arm the public against fraud and identity theft. “Ironically, I’ve gotten them on my IRS cell phone, so they’re indiscriminate as to who they go to.”The best way to protect yourself is to safeguard your personal data. That means changing passwords often and making sure they’re strong. Also, never enter your personal details on an unsecured website, and avoid clicking on any links you don’t recognize.

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