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

Your filing status affects everything from your tax brackets to whether you have to file at all. Here’s how the rules work.

Your tax filing status—single, married, or head of household—can affect how much money your employer withholds from your paychecks to cover your estimated taxes.

This tax season, many people could be hearing oversimplified versions of some complicated tax changes on 2025 tax returns.

The One Big Beautiful Bill included sweeping tax law changes. Here are several key changes individual taxpayers need to know in 2026.

Choosing a tax status can be harder than it looks, especially if you’re new to taxes or if you’ve had a recent life change, such as a divorce.

You must file a federal tax return if your income meets the IRS filing threshold for your age and filing status, if you ...