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Money talks, especially during tax season when most people are keeping track of their refunds. Hiring tax professionals can get costly, and you could end up paying hundreds of dollars to file your ...

The IRS quietly discontinued its free Direct File program, raising new questions about accessibility and the future cost of ...

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If you regularly work with independent contractors or vendors, you’ll probably need to send them Form 1099 at the beginning of the year. There are over 20 types of 1099 forms, but fortunately, most ...