Taxes

Planning to Splurge With Your Tax Refund? Not So Fast!

If you get a large tax refund this year -- or any sort of large windfall, for that matter -- it's natural to be tempted to run out and spend it. However, you may be surprised at how much a big purchase really costs you.

Is Your Tax Refund Too Big?

Getting a big check from the IRS is exciting, but it might not be the best for your long-term financial health.

Good Luck Resolving Issues with the IRS

This year especially, when budget cuts have resulted in poor customer service, resolving issues with the IRS can be stressful and take much longer than anticipated.

Know Your Taxpayer Bill of Rights

At more than 75,000 pages, it can be hard to sort through the tax code to find your rights. But now the IRS has made it easier with the Taxpayer Bill of Rights.

4 Ways Not to Spend Your Tax Refund

The tax refund checks hitting mailboxes and checking accounts across the country might be a welcome windfall for many Americans, but experts advise thinking twice about how you spend it.