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With the time ticking to file taxes, the IRS's ‘VITA' program offers free help for those who make $64,000 or less
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistants, or VITA program, works to help those at no cost who make $64,000 or less file their taxes. Every volunteer in the program is trained and tested to assist anyone who meets the income requirements. The NBC10 Responds team and Tracy Davidson have more on what this program can do to help.
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Here are 3 key things to know with one month until the tax deadline
There’s just one month until the federal tax-filing deadline for most taxpayers. Here are three key things to know before submitting your return.
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IRS launches free tax-filing program in 12 states. Here's how it works
The Internal Revenue Service is rolling out its free electronic tax-filing system in 12 states ahead of the 2023 tax-filing season.
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Here's what you need to know about tax season scams
Scammers can file tax returns on your behalf, reaping refunds. Last year the IRS received 294,138 complaints of reported identity theft, the second most in its history.
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This IRS issue is ‘the biggest, most consistent problem' for taxpayers, expert says
You need tax forms to file a complete and accurate return, experts say. Here’s a list of the most common ones and when to expect them.
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H&R Block used deceptive marketing and unfairly deleted tax filer data, FTC complaint alleges
The Federal Trade Commission has filed a complaint against H&R Block, alleging the company used deceptive marketing and deleted users’ tax data.
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4 red flags for an IRS tax audit — and how to avoid the ‘audit lottery,' according to tax pros
Some taxpayers worry about IRS audits as the agency ramps up service, technology and enforcement. Here are four red flags filers need to know.
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University of Delaware might face a student tax to help raise Newark police salaries and recruitment rates
The city of Newark, Delaware is asking the state legislature to vote on giving them permission to issue a tax on the University of Delaware based on the number of students, $50 per student per semester, in an effort to raise police salaries and recruitment rates. NBC10’s Tim Furlong has more on this potential change and how students and city...
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This simple calculation will show if you're withholding enough taxes from your paycheck
If your tax refund or bill is higher than expected, it may be time to adjust your paycheck withholding. Here’s how to know if you’re withholding enough.
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Here's everything student loan borrowers need to know about the 2023 tax season
Will you pay more in taxes? Here’s what the restart of student loan repayments mean for your 2023 tax return.
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The IRS' ‘Where's my Refund?' tool got a major upgrade for 2024 tax season. Here's what's changing
Tracking your tax refund? The IRS says the improved “Where’s my refund” tool should be of more help this year.
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Residents in these 12 states can now use the IRS' new free tax-filing platform
The Internal Revenue Service has rolled out its free electronic tax-filing system in 12 states for the 2023 tax-filing season.
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Most Americans feel they pay too much in taxes, AP-NORC poll finds
A majority of U.S. taxpayers feel they pay too much in taxes, with many saying that they receive a poor value in return. That’s according to a new poll from the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy and The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research.About two thirds of U.S. taxpayers say they spend “too much” on federal...
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GOP lawmakers, Democratic governor in Kansas fighting again over income tax cuts
Top Republican legislators in Kansas have renewed a fight with the Democratic governor over income tax cuts with no sign of a break in an impasse that thwarted tax relief last year.
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Tax season 2024: Here's when you can start filing your taxes and how to track refunds
Here are all the important dates you’ll want to know for tax season this year.
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Income tax returns: Here's how soon you could get a refund and where to check its status
Millions of taxpayers will soon begin filing their 2023 income tax returns, and the IRS is offering advice on the best ways to get your refund quickly, and how to check on its status.
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IRS tax bracket changes could mean your paycheck is slightly bigger in 2024. Here's why
Your paycheck could be slightly bigger in 2024 due to inflation adjustments from the IRS. Here’s what taxpayers need to know.
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Ridley Park Borough officials vote to approve 17% tax hike
The more than 7,000 people living in Ridley Park in Delaware County will have to pay 17% more in taxes to cover for a local hospital’s unpaid taxes this year. Residents are not happy about the increase and voiced their concerns at a public meeting Thursday night. NBC10’s Johnny Archer was there and has what happened.
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IRS waiving $1 billion in penalties for people and businesses owing back taxes for 2020 or 2021
The agency says nearly 5 million people, businesses and tax-exempt organizations will be eligible for the relief.
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Ridley Park residents could face up to a 17% property tax hike this year
Ridley Park leaders say the community could see a tax hike if one of its hospitals does not pay its share. The Ridley Park Borough says the tax hike would reach nearly 17% to make up for what Taylor Hospital, its largest taxpayer, has not been paying. NBC10’s Frances Wang has the details and reaction from residents.