It's certainly not unusual to find yourself stressed out thinking about taxes. But try to keep calm, especially since the 2026 filing season has only just begun. Rather than worry, start gathering your paperwork and seeking recommendations for a tax preparer in case your 2025 return proves to be more complex than previous years' taxes.

Taxpayers should prepare for major tax-policy shifts this year. Forbes’ expert contributors explain how — and when — key rule changes may affect you.

We break down the definitions and eligibility rules for the five IRS filing statuses to help you maximize your refund this tax season.

Even on-time filers can be surprised by taxes tied to side income, debt forgiveness, caregiving, online purchases, and more. Here's what to watch for.

The IRS shut down its direct filing program for 2026, but some tools remain—if you know where to look. Here’s how to navigate the free options that are still available.

SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – If you missed the April 15 tax filing deadline, you can still file your 2024 taxes. Thanks to the Oregon Department of Human Services Tax Infrastructure Grant Program, free tax filing help is available through October 15. There is no ...

A lot of people in Oregon fail to file their tax returns every year, for a variety of reasons. Many of them are missing out on significant refunds. Nonprofits are chipping in to help, but also need more volunteers.

The IRS doesn't oversee state tax refunds. Each state has its own timeline for how long it takes to process refunds. But where's my state refund?