Filing Taxes After a Name Change

Filing Taxes After a Name Change

The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2025 (returns filed in 2026). If you were married or divorced and changed your name last year, be sure to notify the Social Security Administration (SSA) before you file your taxes with the IRS. If the name on...
Can You File Taxes for Someone Else?

Can You File Taxes for Someone Else?

The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2025 (returns filed in 2026). Wondering if you can file taxes for someone else?  You’ll be glad to know it’s perfectly legal, as long as you have their permission. Whether you’re helping a friend, family...
How to Know if Your Tax Return Has Been Filed

How to Know if Your Tax Return Has Been Filed

The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2025 (returns filed in 2026). Millions of Americans use tax preparation software to file their taxes because it saves time and money. Filing with ezTaxReturn is simple, but completing all the steps is key....
Can You Claim Your Spouse as a Dependent? Find Out Here

Can You Claim Your Spouse as a Dependent? Find Out Here

If your spouse didn’t work last year, you might be wondering how that affects your taxes. Can you claim your spouse as a dependent to get a bigger refund or lower your tax bill? It’s a common question—especially for couples living on one income. While the IRS doesn’t...