Loss of refund loans causes mounting losses at H&R Block

H&R Block is mourning the loss of refund anticipation loans, as revenues have been declining since it had to stop offering the loans.
An H&R Block storefront

Tax refunds and tax fraud are increasing

The average amount of an income tax refund has increased over the past few years and so have fraudulent deductions on income tax returns.
Portrait of the 1773 "Boston Tea Party"

Tax day: Nearly half of Americans owe nothing

Income tax returns are due today, April 18. Here are some surprising facts about taxes in the U.S. For example, 45 percent don't owe them.
Internal Revenue Service building placard

Where Is The Best Place To Get Payday Loans Online and Why?

There are all kinds of reasons why you would want to get a loan online but what should you know about payday loans first?
There are all kinds of reasons why you would want to get a loan online but what should you know about payday loans first?

Government shutdown does not postpone IRS deadline

There is a looming government shutdown, but it does not negate the obligation to file an income tax return with the IRS by April 18.
Form 1040EZ

Chances of a dreaded IRS tax audit are low

Tax season brings around the grim specter of an audit by the IRS. Have no fear, as the chances of getting audited are less than 1 percent.
Pillory

Internal Revenue Service to stop cooperating with RAL lenders

The IRS won't give certain information to refund anticipation loan lenders anymore. They IRS is offering free e-filing and faster deposits.
Form 1040

Why Borrow Money On Installments To Keep From Defaulting On Bills And Ruining Your Credit?

Many people are shocked at how damaging it is to have a low credit score. Many though have found a temporary solution with installment loans.
Many people are shocked at how damaging it is to have a low credit score. Many though have found a temporary solution with installment loans.

Ken Starr arrested for perpetrating $30 million Ponzi scheme

Ken Starr will likely be charged with organizing a $30 million Ponzi scheme that bilked stars like Uma Thurman and Martin Scorsese. READ ON...
A mug shot of Charles Ponzi, the con artist who invented the financial pyramid scheme known as the Ponzi scheme.

Options for Repaying IRS Tax Debt

Owing a tax debt to the IRS can be stressful. However, there are repayment options that can help get you back on the road to financial well-being…

3 ways to e-file your taxes for free

The government and several private companies, such as Turbo Tax, offer free programs for electronically filing your taxes...
Turbo tax free

How To Use Short Term Loans To Save Your Budget

There are plenty of things eating your budget and late fees on the bills is typically the biggest waste and easiest to fix with short term loans.
There are plenty of things eating your budget and late fees on the bills is typically the biggest waste and easiest to fix with short term loans.

401k money saving strategies upon retiring

Good financial planning includes knowing what to do with your 401k when you retire. The following suggestions may help in making a smart determination.

Taking on the IRS and Winning

A Maryland woman has recently been victorious in her battle with the IRS to claim a large tuition deduction. Are you prepared for the approaching tax season?