Sarah Nieschalk
Tax Writer
Sarah Nieschalk is a tax professional at IRS.com with expertise in U.S. federal and state tax law. Their articles are written to help taxpayers understand complex tax topics in plain English.
Articles
How To Qualify for the $4000 Used EV Tax Credit
It's easy being green, especially when you get a tax credit for it.
Reporting your Child’s Capital Gains and Dividends on Your Taxes: Form 8814
Little Timmy's investments actually paid off? Congrats! Here's how to put your kiddo's income on your joint tax return.
The Only Official IRS Penalty Calculator Is an Accurate Tax Return
A fast tax penalty calculator? It's the IRS, not hockey.
How to Claim Premium Health Insurance Tax Credits
When it comes to navigating the complex world of tax credits, one area that often confuses individuals is the realm of health insurance tax credits. Specifically, understanding how to claim premium he…
Form 8962 Instructions to Claim the Premium Tax Credit (PTC)
So premium tax credit is not like premium gas. Well, that's a relief.
Reporting Sales, Capital Gains and Capital Losses With Form 8949
When it comes to reporting sales, capital gains, and capital losses on your tax return, Internal Revenue Service Tax Form 8949 is the go-to form. This form is designed to help individual taxpayers acc…
Schedule 8812: Add This List to Your 1040 to Claim Credits for Qualifying Children and Other Dependents
If the 1040 had kids, schedule 8812 would be the tidy one.
For Your Eyes Only: Using Form 8821 to Give Tax Information Authorization
Facebook has privacy settings. The IRS uses 8821.
The Low-down on Form 8396, the Mortgage Interest Credit Certificate from Uncle Sam
Uncle Sam sent this form to help pay for your first home because, let's face it, that bathroom needs remodeling.
Reporting Additional Taxes on Qualified Plans With US Tax Form 5329
Break the rules on your 401k? This form is how you tell the IRS "I'll pay the penalty but I'm not trying to break the law."
U.S. Tax Form 56 and Fiduciary Relationship Concerns: Does This Matter Concern You?
A tax form with just two numbers? Not a cause for concern.
Is Child Support Taxable Income or Tax Deductible? No
Child support might be tax neutral, but it's rarely feelings neutral.