Ever look at your paycheck and wonder why the amount you actually take home is a lot less than you’ve earned? That’s where withholding tax comes in. Withholding tax is money your employer sends ...

When you start a new job, your employer will ask you to complete a W-4 form. The IRS W-4 helps determine the correct amount of income tax your employer will withhold from your wages. But how does it ...

Filing taxes is a daunting experience for many Americans, whether it's their first time or they've been doing it for decades. The digital age has made it a lot easier to download your tax documents ...

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This year, if you receive an extension, the deadline to file will be pushed back to Oct. 15. Chris Gash for Money Tax Day is nearly here. Tuesday’s federal income tax deadline is approaching quickly, ...