Under the IRS’s new regulation regime, tax preparers who want to prepare federal tax returns will need to take the RTRP exam by Dec. 31, 2013 (see IRS Begins Scheduling Tax Preparer Competency Tests ) ...

If you want a paper check for what's left of your refund, after tax prep and refund anticipation check fees, it will cost you another $25, according to the terms and conditions on the Block website.) ...

Individuals will pay $160 on average for tax prep, while the typical business owner will pay $620. Overall, that’s a more than 7% increase from last year’s projection of $270.

AARP Tax-Aide. Although it’s run by AARP, this free tax prep service is available to anyone at their in-person locations, and to anyone earning less than $79,000 for the online self-filing service.

Tax-Aide sites will take again take appointments and, back this year, are accepting walk-ins for free tax preparation and e-filing services. The program will run from February 1 to April 18, per ...

When tax preparation software isn't worth it If you itemize your deductions, have lots of investments or earn non-W2 income, tax software may not be the best option, as it could mean missing ...

Using a tax prep checklist can help you prepare for the 2024 tax season and reduce stress. Here’s a roundup of essential documents you’ll need.

In 1985, President Ronald Reagan called for a simple tax filing system under which most people would not have to fill out a tax return. Instead, they’d just receive a form from the IRS showing ...