Alice Rivlin: "We're Flirting with Disaster"

The Former White House budget chief thinks Congress squandered its opportunity to rein in the national debt but may still come to its senses.

Thanks Mitt and Newt: A Dozen Tax Tips for the Rest of Us

Learn from two GOP candidates' tax returns.

Tax Tips for Freelancers and the Self-Employed

Don't overlook these forms or deductions when filing for self-employed income.

Congress Returns to Battle Over Payroll Tax Cut

We expect that Congress will extend the payroll tax cut, which is set to expire at the end of February, through the end of 2012. But what if it doesn't? How much would gridlock cost you every payday?

9 Popular Tax Breaks You Can No Longer Count on in 2012

Lawmakers may have extended the payroll tax holiday for two months, but they let a number of tax breaks that might be dear to you expire.

IRS Audit Red Flags: The Dirty Dozen

Here are twelve hot spots on your return that can raise the chances of scrutiny by the IRS.

10 Developments That May Surprise You in 2012

Deadline Nears for Mandatory IRA Distributions

But you can direct up to $100,000 of your annual distribution to charity.

The Gift Tax: Use It or Lose It

Make people happy while you're still around to hear "thank you"...

Empty Your Flexible Spending Account

Cut next year’s taxes by signing up for a flexible spending account today.

Last Chance for Home Energy Tax Credit

Go green and earn some green before year-end.

Expand Your Options for Charitable Giving

Rock-bottom interest rates and forecasted higher future tax rates are creating attractive opportunities for donors.

Amazing Tax-Free Income From Closed-End Muni Bond Funds

These investments are the secret to earning yields as high as 7% for your portfolio. But CEFs are not without risk.

The Most-Overlooked Tax Deductions

Don't let a knowledge gap prevent you from taking advantage of these money-saving tax breaks.

5 Alternative Ways to Give to Charity

You still can help your favorite cause even if you don't have deep pockets.

Tax Savvy Moves Retirees Should Make Before the New Year

Take these steps to trim your 2011 tax tab.

AMT, the Tax We Love to Hate

Millions of taxpayers will be snared by the alternative minimum tax in 2011. Find out if you’re one of them -- and what to do about it.

Job Retraining Programs Are Revving Up

Which jobs will grow the fastest in the years ahead? And who’s doing what to teach jobless workers new skills?

6 Things You Need to Know About Giving to Charity

High-tech options make it easy to donate instantly. But do you know where your money is going?

A Tax Credit for Retirement Savers

Uncle Sam offers an incentive for lower-income taxpayers to contribute to retirement-savings plans.

Laura Tyson Pushes a Corporate Tax Break

How one former official with a vested interest is pressing fellow Democrats to help corporations.

Where Do You Rank as a Taxpayer?

As the battle over income inequality and taxes rages in Washington and spills into the streets, know how you compare with your fellow citizens when it comes to the income you make and the taxes you pay.

Yield to the Rescue

Fat cash payouts cushion the damage from stock-market mayhem.

Tax Breaks for Moving

You don't have to itemize to take advantage of a deduction for expenses associated with a job-related move.

Extending the Payroll Tax Cut Is a Cop-out

Shell-shocked consumers aren’t putting the money into the economy, and neither would firms.

Hurricane Damage? You Might Qualify for Tax Breaks

When insurance is tapped out -- or not there -- Uncle Sam offers help to those hit by storms.

Repaying the Home-Buyer Tax Credit

You might not have to repay this interest-free loan if you sell your house at a loss.

Want an Airline Tax Refund? Be Patient

The IRS still is developing guidelines for passengers who paid expired ticket taxes.

Tax Breaks for the Middle Class

Take a look at these eight options and make sure you're not missing out.

Tax Breaks for College Bills

Uncle Sam helps ease the pain of paying for college with a variety tax benefits.

Get a Break on Sales Taxes

Several states have sales-tax holidays in July and August for back-to-school shoppers.

Get a Jump-Start on Your 2011 Tax Bill

Make these moves now to reduce your tax tab.

IRS Helping Ease the Pain at the Pump

You can write off more the second half of the year for each mile you drive for business, moving or medical purposes.

A Second Chance at Tax Breaks

If you think you missed a tax break on your 2010 return, it's not too late to file an amended return.

How to File an Extension (And Whether You Need to)

The deadline matters only if you owe money. But you still have to file to collect a refund -- and some taxpayers are running out of time.

Skip TIPS for Now

Income investors should look at mortgage securities and corporate and emerging-markets bonds.

Maximize Your Tax Refund

We help you uncover all the breaks you might not find on your own.

Tax Breaks for Job Hunters

Unemployment benefits are taxable but you may qualify for other tax breaks.

Tax Breaks for College Expenses

You may qualify for a tax credit or deduction to ease the pain of paying for college—or paying back your student loan.

Maximize Your Tax Refund

We help you uncover all the breaks you might not find on your own.