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How do I file a tax extension?
Contributed by: Henry, FreeTaxUSA Agent, Tax Pro Do you need more time to file your tax return? If so, you’re not alone. You can file an extension for free with FreeTaxUSA, get started on your tax extension today. Every year, many taxpayers request an extension of time to file from the IRS. Doing this can provide…
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Can a nonresident of the U.S. file a tax return with FreeTaxUSA?
Contributed by: Henry FreeTaxUSA Agent, Tax Pro If you are a nonresident and have U.S. source income subject to tax, you probably need to file a U.S. tax return. This includes students, teachers, researchers, and trainees who are temporarily in the U.S. on F, J, M, or Q visas. Nonresidents generally file Form 1040-NR and…
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What do the Box 14 codes on a W-2 mean?
Contributed by: TriciaD, FreeTaxUSA Agent, Tax Pro For many employees, the annual arrival of W-2 forms signals the start of tax season. While most people focus on wages, federal income tax withheld, and social security details, Box 14 often stands out as a source of confusion. What do the codes in Box 14 mean, and how do…
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Can I e-file back taxes?
Contributed by: KelliP, FreeTaxUSA Agent, Tax Pro Life has been hectic, and you now have taxes from previous years that haven’t been filed. Can you e-file the back taxes? That’s a great question—and the answer is, it depends. How to e-file For online filing tax software like FreeTaxUSA, the IRS only allows e-filing for the…
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Do I qualify for the new deduction of qualified tips?
Contributed by: PhillipB, FreeTaxUSA Agent, Tax Pro The new tax law was signed on July 4, 2025. It includes a provision that allows people who are paid in tips to take a deduction of up to $25,000 if they meet certain requirements. The new law allows the deduction from 2025 until 2028. While the IRS has additional guidance…