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In-Depth Information on Filing Your Federal Taxes
Welcome to FindLaw's "In-Depth Information on Filing Your Federal Taxes" topic, completely updated for 2009 (tax year 2008). Below you will find detailed information on issues that may arise during the federal tax filing process -- including deductions, itemizing, and getting an extension to file. Choose a link to get started. (For an overview guide to the federal tax filing process, see Step-by-Step Guide to Filing Your Federal Taxes)
Deductions and Tax Exemptions:
- The Standard Deduction
- Who Should Itemize?
- List of Itemized Deductions (IRS)
- Tax Breaks Every Parent Should Know About
- Top Seven Tax Deductions for Seniors and Retirees
- Top Ten Tax Deductions for Landlords
- Top Ten Tax Deductions for Professionals
- Tax Exemptions (IRS)
- Checklist: Non-Deductible Expenses
Filing Taxes from Outside the U.S.:
Tax Returns: If You Haven't Filed in a While
Common Tax Credits:
- Earned Income Tax Credit Q&A (IRS)
- It's Easier than Ever to Find Out If You Qualify for EITC (IRS)
- Earned Income Tax Credit Publications, Forms, and More (IRS)
- Child Tax Credits
- Child Tax Credit publication (IRS)
Extensions and Filing Late:
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