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Tax topics

22 topics covering federal income tax, from filing and deductions to credits, refunds and business taxes.

Capital Gains Tax

27 guides

Learn about capital gains tax rules, rates, and reporting for 2026. Expert CPA guidance based on official IRS publications. IRS.com is not affiliated with IRS.g

E-Filing Taxes

17 guides

Learn how to e-file your 2025 and 2026 federal tax returns, including key rules, thresholds, and deadlines. IRS.com is not affiliated with IRS.gov.

EIN (Tax ID) Numbers

12 guides

Learn about EIN (Tax ID) numbers in 2026 — how to apply, who needs one, and key rules. Expert CPA guidance. IRS.com is not affiliated with IRS.gov.

Family and Taxes

18 guides

Learn how family impacts your 2026 federal taxes, from filing status to credits, deductions, and family employees. IRS.com is not affiliated with IRS.gov.

Federal Tax Returns

21 guides

Complete 2026 federal tax return guide covering filing status, deductions, credits, and key thresholds. IRS.com is not affiliated with IRS.gov.

Income Taxes

24 guides

Learn about federal income taxes for 2026, including filing rules, deductions, credits, and key thresholds. IRS.com is not affiliated with IRS.gov.

Job and Business

5 guides

Guide to job and business taxes for 2026: self-employment, deductions, withholding, and reporting rules. IRS.com is not affiliated with IRS.gov.

Past Tax Returns

3 guides

Learn how to file past-due tax returns in 2026, get transcripts, and avoid penalties. Expert CPA guidance on IRS rules. IRS.com is not affiliated with IRS.gov.

Paying Taxes

26 guides

Learn how to pay federal taxes in 2026, including estimated tax, withholding, and payment options. Expert CPA guidance. Not affiliated with IRS.gov.

State Tax Returns

Learn about state tax returns for 2026, how they interact with your federal return, deduction rules, and filing tips. IRS.com is not affiliated with IRS.gov.

Tax Brackets

2 guides

Understand 2026 federal income tax brackets, rates, and how they apply to your filing status. Expert CPA guidance. IRS.com is not affiliated with IRS.gov.

Tax Credits

15 guides

Comprehensive 2026 guide to federal tax credits — refundable, nonrefundable, and how to claim them. IRS.com is not affiliated with IRS.gov.

Tax Deductions

36 guides

Comprehensive 2026 guide to tax deductions: standard vs. itemized, key thresholds, and reporting rules. IRS.com is not affiliated with IRS.gov.

Tax Extensions

4 guides

Learn about tax extensions for 2026, including deadlines, Form 4868, and payment rules. IRS.com is a private site not affiliated with IRS.gov.

Tax Filing

14 guides

Comprehensive 2026 tax filing guide covering deadlines, standard deductions, filing statuses, and key thresholds. IRS.com is not affiliated with IRS.gov.

Tax Forms

139 guides

Comprehensive guide to IRS tax forms for 2025–2026 filing, including Form 1040, schedules, and information returns. IRS.com is not affiliated with IRS.gov.

Tax News

6 guides

Stay current with 2026 tax news, law changes, and IRS updates. Get expert analysis of new rules and thresholds. IRS.com is not affiliated with IRS.gov.

Tax Preparation

2 guides

Complete 2026 tax preparation guide covering free filing options, deductibility rules, and key deadlines. IRS.com is not affiliated with IRS.gov.

Tax Refunds

11 guides

Learn about 2026 federal tax refunds, how to claim them, direct deposit rules, and when refunds are taxable. IRS.com is not affiliated with IRS.gov.

Tax Resources

1 guide

Explore essential 2026 tax resources including IRS tools, free filing options, and key thresholds. IRS.com is not affiliated with IRS.gov.

Tax Strategies

5 guides

Comprehensive guide to legitimate tax strategies for 2025–2026. Credits, deductions, retirement plans, and more. IRS.com is not affiliated with IRS.gov.

Tax Tips

7 guides

Essential 2026 tax tips covering deductions, tip income, deadlines, and thresholds. Expert CPA guidance based on IRS publications. Not affiliated with IRS.gov.