TurboTax Tips

Do you need a different tax filing status than what you filed in previous

years? In part 2 of our series, "How to Change Your Tax Filing Status," we have the last 2

steps.

Life changes happen and there’s a chance that you need to alter your

filing status. In part 1 of our series, “How to Change Your Tax Filing Status,” we’ll take you

through the first 2 steps.

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If you’re a college student, you may be eligible for education-related tax credits, which could help with costs as you pursue your degree. You’ll need to get the form from your school this year and reference it as you file your return. But no worries! Listen to our “Guide to Tax Form 1098-T: Tuition Statement” – and we’ll walk you through it!

Ready, set, save some fantasy sports money! Your winnings impact your

taxable income. A helpful guide when you play in “Tax Considerations for Fantasy Sports Fans.”

E-filing your taxes is easy and if you do it early and find out that you owe, you’ll have more time to plan how you can pay. We’ll explain in part 2 of our series, “E-File is Now Open: Why You Should File Early.”

The IRS is now accepting e-filed tax returns. In part 1 of our series, “E-File is Now Open: Why You Should File Early,” find out how you can get your refund faster and possibly file your taxes for free.

If you served on a jury this year, you may be eligible for a tax deduction! Surprised? So are most people. Learn what jury duty has to do with tax deductions in tip #10 of our series “The 10 Most Overlooked Tax Deductions.”

How can mortgage points lower your tax bill? If you’re a homeowner, you need to listen to part 9 of our series “The 10 Most Overlooked Tax Deductions”. Tip #9 will help you discover whether you can use these points to maximize your refund or lower your tax bill!

State taxes you paid last spring could mean a deduction this year! In part 8 of our series, “The 10 Most Overlooked Tax Deductions,” we’ll help you make the most of what you owed with tip #8.