The faster April 15 approaches, the more rushed we are when we prepare our taxes. And that's never good news where mistakes or the IRS is concerned. So which errors do we make the most? See more »

It's tax time! You know what that means: Time to see what you can write off to lower your tax bill. Find that sweet spot between an audit and overpaying your taxes here. See more »

Tax day is approaching, but you aren't worried. After all, you're carrying your secret weapon right in your purse. No, not your W-2, silly -- your smartphone! See more »

Is marriage a bonus or a penalty when it comes to taxes? Good question! It isn't always a boon, but here are five tax benefits to getting hitched. See more »

April isn't fun for most taxpayers, but it packs a real punch for the unemployed. What bigger reminder could there be of one's unemployment than to pay income tax? Here are 5 tips to cushion the blow. See more »

Doing your taxes is already stressful enough, but imagine how much worse it could be if you forget to bring your identification or Social Security card. Here are a few more must-haves for your tax preparer. See more »

Don't show up to the tax preparer's office empty-handed. Take our quiz to find out what documents, tax forms, receipts and IDs you'll need before tax day. See more »

Most people must go in debt to get a college education. Graduates pay off loans for many years after leaving campus behind. But could that debt translate to tax savings? See more »

Income inequality is a hot topic now, but have the scales always been this imbalanced? Did we -- rich and poor alike -- pay more taxes in the past? As with many things involving the tax code, the answer is a little complicated. See more »

When online sales of virtual assets for hundreds and thousands of dollars became commonplace, the IRS took notice. Find out how the IRS could tax entirely virtual transactions. See more »