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Category: Tax Deductions and Credits

Deductions and credits may be similar but they are far from identical when it comes to your tax return. A tax deduction is a qualifying expense that decreases your taxable income. On the other hand, tax credits allow taxpayers to reduce their tax due to the IRS, dollar-for-dollar. You subtract the amount that the credit is worth from your tax liabilities. If you had to compare the two, a tax credit is more valuable on your tax return. Want to learn more about different credits you are eligible for or tax expenses you can claim? PriorTax tells you about expenses you can claim.

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2019 TAX BRACKETS

Each of the seven taxable income groups or tax brackets corresponds to a tax rate. The seven 2019 tax brackets corresponded to the following tax rates: 10%, 12%, 22%, 24%, 32%, 35%, and 37%.The U.S. personal income 2019 tax system is what is known as a progressive tax system. 2019 tax brackets are used to group taxpayers according to income ranges. This creates lower 2019 tax rates for lower-income earners and higher tax rates for higher-income earners.

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2019 tax return

2019 Tax Return

The deadline to file your 2019 tax return on time may have already passed. But if you’ve been putting off filing, there is no better time to file than today. By filing your 2019 tax return today, you will be able to minimize the amount you will eventually have to pay. In addition to interest on unpaid taxes, the IRS also has late filing and late payment penalties. Filing your 2019 tax return can stop the filing penalties from racking up, which is good news that can save you money. And if you overpaid and are owed a tax refund, by filing your 2019 tax return today, you will be able to claim your refund before it’s too late and ends up in the U.S. Treasury.

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Can I Still File My 2019 Taxes

you can still file your 2019 taxes. And there are many reasons why it can be a good idea to file your 2019 taxes at this point.

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File My 2019 Taxes Electronically

If you owe taxes, it will often be a good idea to file my prior year’s taxes, even if you are not currently able to pay your unpaid tax bill in full. Although you can face tax penalties filing your 2019 taxes after the deadline, you can reduce these the earlier you file.

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2019 Tax Calculator

2019 Tax Calculator

If you need to file back taxes for 2019, a tax calculator is something you’ll want to have in your back pocket during the process. A federal tax calculator for the 2019 tax year will give you an estimate of what your tax liability was for that year and can help guide your next steps.

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FILE PRIOR YEAR TAXES

How to File Prior Year Taxes
Don’t stress about how to file prior year taxes. It is a step-by-step process that you can follow to file your prior year tax returns with confidence. Getting on top of filing prior year taxes may be easier than you think.

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FILE 2019 TAXES

Now that you’ve decided to get back on track with your tax filing obligations, where to start? The first step to filing any prior-year tax return, including your 2019 taxes, is to gather all the information you will need.

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2020 tax year

What’s New for the 2020 Tax Year?

Here’s the breakdown of all the changes. Standard deduction For the 2020 tax year, the standard deduction amounts have increased. Here are the amounts below. For taxpayers who are blind or at least 65 years old, they can claim an additional standard deduction. The standard deduction is $1,300 and $1,650 for the single or head […]

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Tax Deductions: Choosing to Itemize or Claiming the Standard Deduction

Trying to understand anything tax related makes you feel like you’re back in grade school. However, it doesn’t have to be difficult. Here’s some sure-fire information that may help you out if you’re a first time filer, or if you have some general questions about claiming tax deductions. What’s the difference between claiming the standard […]

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7 Important Life Changes That Impact Your Taxes

7 Important Life Changes That Impact Your Taxes

With life, situations change and they come with certain tax implications. One year makes a difference. From getting married, transitioning into a new job to having your own bundle of joy, your tax situation changes as well. Here are some examples. 1. Tying the knot Getting married is a big step in everyone’s lives. Along […]

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