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
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.
What Every Parent Needs to Know About the Child Tax Credit (and the Update Portal)
Just because the monthly check is gone, the tax credit isn't.
Which 990 Form Should My Tax-Exempt Organization Use?
You might be exempt from taxes, but no one's exempt from paperwork!
The 2023 Child Tax Credit Payment Schedule: Only Annual Tax Credits (For Now)
If you're looking for a "payment schedule" to your child credit, well, the good news is there still is a child tax credit.
The Care Credit Calculator: How Uncle Sam Helps Watch Your Kids and Dependents While You Work
Uncle Sam's watching the kids. As in, paying someone to help watch them. So, like most uncles?
What's the Non-Refundable Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit for and What Does It Mean for Working Families?
One more reason to love those adorable bundles of tax breaks.
EITC Schedule: What's the Soonest You Can Expect Your 2023 Earned Income Tax Credit Refund To Arrive?
The IRS has deadlines, too?
What Is Earned Income When It Comes to Filing My Tax Returns?
It sounds like a philosophical question, but really, the IRS just wants the paperwork done right.
The Other Tax Credit for Children: What is the Child Care Tax Credit and How Does It Work?
A credit for taking care of kids. A credit for having kids. Now where's the tax credit for teenagers sass?
I Got a 5071C Letter, Now What?
When the IRS sends you a 5071C letter, that’s a request for you to verify your identity. You’re probably getting one because their fraud detection system flagged your return as a potential case of ide…
That $10,200 Unemployment Tax Break Makes Me Wonder, "How much will I get back?"
The pandemic unemployment credit.
Investments Come and Go, but Form 8949 Remains a Crucial Part of Your Tax Returns
Here's another one for the books: Form 8949…