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A Bloomfield Hills mansion could soon be the property of the feds, who claim the owner owes millions in unpaid taxes. The homeowner is a familiar name for anyone involved in Metro Detroit media.

An IRS special agent is seeking whistleblower protection to disclose information regarding what the agent contends is mishandling of an investigation into President Joe Biden’s son, Hunter Biden.

If you receive payments via apps like Venmo, Zelle, Cash App or PayPal, your tax reporting requirements will change next year.

It’s that time of year when throngs of taxpayers are buckling down to file their income tax returns before Tuesday’s filing deadline, and many often pay to use software from private companies such as Intuit and H&R Block.

The deadline to file your taxes has arrived.

The Internal Revenue Service’s new commissioner promises that with billions in new funding, the agency will be faster, more service-focused and tech- savvy and will provide “real-world improvements” to taxpayers.

If you’ve finally gotten your taxes filed, you’re probably ready to put it all away and move on. Have you considered which documents you should keep? And for how long?

The IRS is specifically warning about the "dirty dozen" scams occurring during tax season. Here's what to know.

The IRS is available on weekends to offer face-to-face tax assistance during tax season.

If you grew up watching your parents get stressed around tax season, then you're probably not looking forward to filing yourself for the first time.

A tax battle is going to the United States Supreme Court as a Metro Detroit law firm called it a fight over the right to privacy, and they're taking on the IRS.

It’s tax season, which means scammers are taking advantage of you and the IRS to take a run at your money.

The IRS says most relief checks issued by states last year won't be subject to federal taxes, providing late guidance as taxpayers have begun filing returns.

Trained program volunteers assist those who qualify with tax preparation at the United Way of Washtenaw County (UWWC) office at 2305 Platt Rd.

Tax season is here again.

If your adjusted gross income (AGI) was $73,000 or less, you can use one of the Free File IRS partner offers to file a free federal tax return. Some of the programs offer free state returns too.

Becoming a volunteer firefighter has gotten a little harder in the city of Troy after the IRS officially ruled the incentive program for the department is not an actual length of service award plan. It’s been an ongoing tax dispute for several years now.

There has been a 1099-K tax form delay and this matters if you have a side hustle.

House Republicans have began their tenure in the majority by passing a bill that would rescind nearly $71 billion that Congress had provided the IRS.

Former President Donald Trump’s tax returns are expected to be released by the House Ways and Means Committee on Friday.

Now that the Democratic-controlled House Ways and Means Committee has voted to release former President Donald Trump’s tax returns, there's the potential of additional revelations in the coming days related to the finances of the longtime businessman.

The House has taken action after disclosures the IRS never fully reviewed Donald Trump’s tax returns during his presidency.

An IRS policy governing the audits of tax returns filed by U.S. presidents is under new scrutiny.

A congressional panel says the IRS failed to pursue mandatory audits of Donald Trump on a timely basis during his presidency.

Fake charitable organizations are working to rip you off this holiday season, which is why the Detroit IRS investigators and the Better Business Bureau have issued a new warning.

A federal grand jury in Detroit has charged six people with drug, gun, and money laundering crimes.

A tax attorney from Oakland County who was accused of wiring $6.5 million of his client’s money to a Swiss bank account has been found not guilty of all charges.

You could be keeping more of your money next year, thanks to inflation and tax adjustments announced by the IRS for the 2023 tax year.

The feds say a truck driver from Allen Park who drove all across the country set fires along the way, causing millions of dollars of damage in an attempt for revenge.

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is laying out her vision for a modernized, responsive, tech-savvy tax collection agency equipped to manage 21st century challenges.

The Inflation Reduction Act provides $15 million for the IRS to study how it could create a program that allows Americans to file their taxes for free.

Crowdfunding has gained popularity, making it important to understand how it's connected to taxes and the IRS.

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has directed the IRS to develop a plan within six months outlining how the tax agency will modernize its technology, customer service and hiring.

President Joe Biden has signed Democrats’ landmark climate change and health care bill.

Democrats have pushed their landmark climate and health care bill through Congress, handing an election-year victory to President Joe Biden.

A tax attorney from Oakland County was hired by a business owner to help her settle an IRS investigation, but he convinced her she owed $6.5 million more than she actually did so he could put that money in his own Swiss bank account, federal officials said.

Former Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick’s name is back on a federal court docket after prosecutors opened an investigation into whether he’s been paying the nearly $2 million he owes to the city and the IRS.

Monday is Tax Day, the federal deadline for individual tax filings and payments.

Millions of Americans wait until the last minute to file their taxes, and this year is no exception.

Tax Day generally falls on April 15, but this year, most Americans will have to file their individual income taxes by April 18.

For those animal lovers who spend so much money on their pets and hope to recoup some of that cash spent when tax season arrives, this is the cold, hard reality: For the most part, you can’t.

The IRS criminal investigation arm tasked with tracking down sanctioned Russian oligarchs' property failed to receive an infusion of money in the Ukraine aid package.

You likely know what “income” means, and of course you’re aware of federal and state taxes, and the fact that we have to do them (or have them prepared for us, in some cases), every year. But how much do you know about income tax overall?

Congress is racing to pass a mammoth $1.5 trillion legislative package that would fund the government for the rest of the year.

Whether you’re new to owning your own business or a seasoned vet, taxes can be so stressful. It’s easy to overlook things or simply forget an item here and there.

Tax season is upon us, and you probably have some questions about filing this year.

Michigan residents waiting for their tax forms from the Michigan Unemployment Agency can now get them online.

A Dearborn husband and wife have been charged by federal officials for declaring a false bankruptcy, wrongly receiving food stamps and evading taxes, authorities said.

Tax season is officially here, meaning you have the next couple months to get those returns filed! This year’s IRS deadline is April 18.

We're sharing important information about how thieves are trying to trick you as you work to file your taxes right now.

There’s an important update for the thousands of people who took advantage of the child tax credit last year.

There’s an important update for the thousands of people who took advantage of the child tax credit last year.

It’s free money for families that need it and Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan is working to make sure Detroit residents get in on it.

Each year, tax payers get conned by tax-related schemes meant to steal money and personal information from people.

Alternative finance has captured the attention of investors across the U.S. As the 2022 tax season approaches, traders who are new to cryptocurrency taxation will have to contend with the IRS’ rules for reporting on taxable events.

The White House and Treasury Department launched a revamped Child Tax Credit website meant to help people who were eligible for the expanded tax credit under last year’s pandemic relief bill claim the second half of the payment they were due.

U.S. taxpayers, brace yourselves because tax filing season starts Monday and you can expect the task to be more cumbersome than usual this year.

This week’s Tech Time takes a closer look at why the IRS is asking people to file online this year.

Did you know that if you meet certain criteria you may be able to file your federal and taxes for free online?

For those who plan on donating to a charitable organization for Giving Tuesday, there could be some opportunities to receive money back when filing taxes next year.

It’s always a good thing to reacquaint ourselves with the issues that can prevent scammers from taking money from us.

The Internal Revenue Service announced the tax year 2022 annual inflation adjustments for more than 60 tax provisions, including the tax rate schedules and other tax changes.

The Internal Revenue Service announced the tax year 2022 annual inflation adjustments for more than 60 tax provisions, including the tax rate schedules and other tax changes.

Healthcare savings accounts (HSA) are one of the most useful but misunderstood, and rarely used, healthcare financing options.

Don't focus on the bottom line.

What does Bitcoin have to do with roads and bridges.

A Republican senator who helped negotiate a nearly trillion-dollar bipartisan infrastructure bill says a proposal to strengthen IRS enforcement to raise money to help pay for the bill's spending is officially off the table.

If you have children under the age of 17, you might want to check your bank balance Thursday night -- there may be a little extra cash in there as part of the American Rescue Plan.

Despite the May filing deadline, millions of Americans still have yet to receive their federal tax returns.

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The child tax credit can be considered a game changer for families and can be worth hundreds of dollar a month for parents.

IRS Criminal Investigation is working to recruit special agent candidates.

The first child tax credit payments go out next week, and experts are already warning that along with the money comes the threat of scam artists trying to take it.

The IRS is sending out checks nationwide next week and that money will help families in need. But there’s something you need to watch out for.

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Vice President Kamala Harris is visiting a child care center to highlight the Biden administration’s efforts to expand child care and relieve the financial pressures of parenthood.

Republicans in Congress are alarmed by the leak of confidential IRS data to ProPublica that has enabled the investigative news organization to reveal that famous billionaires including Warren Buffett, Bill Gates and Mark Zuckerberg paid little in U.S. income tax at times.

The 2021 tax season officially ended on May 17 -- so if you missed the tax filing deadline, what do you do?

The 2021 tax season officially ends Monday at midnight, but experts are encouraging people not to simply “file and forget.”

A female rap duo out of Southfield called “Deuces Wild” is accused of filing fraudulent tax returns and stealing millions of dollars.

Millions of Americans leave millions of dollars in tax refunds on the table each year by not filing their taxes.

A U.S. tax court has handed a major victory to the estate of Michael Jackson in a years-long battle.

Taxpayers in the U.S. are required to report gig economy income on their tax returns.

The IRS said Michigan has a high number of people who haven’t received their checks.

If you already anticipate needing some extra time to file your federal tax return, there’s some good news. You can always file for an extension.

Millions of Americans are still waiting on their stimulus check. If you haven’t received your stimulus payment you should contact the IRS. READ: More stimulus payment coverageCheck the status of your stimulus paymentThe IRS relaunched its “Get My Payment” tool. According to the IRS, some people received their first stimulus payment in partial payments. If you received partial payments the application will only show the most recent.

According to the Better Business Bureau, tax scams are still a problem this year. If you haven’t filed your taxes yet this season, don’t put it off any longer! The IRS discovers cases of identity theft because personal information is stolen and a fake claim for a refund is filed. “The IRS is not going to contact you and give you those high pressure tactics,” Blankenship said. “There are unfortunately people out there that they’re banking on the fact that you’re not going to look into them any further, especially if they look professional,” Blankenship said.

LANSING, Mich. – The due date for Michigan individual income tax annual returns has been pushed back to May 17, the state treasury department announced. Gretchen Whitmer announced the new filing deadline after the IRS extended its deadline to May 17. Changing the state’s filing and payment deadlines can help individuals figure out their next steps as we navigate these extraordinary times.”AdUnder the new deadline, state individual income tax annual returns and payments are due before 11:59 p.m. May 17. Taxpayers who are owed a refund are encouraged to file their state income tax returns so they can receive their refunds. They should estimate their tax liability and pay any taxes owed by May 17 to avoid additional interest or penalties, state officials said.

Even for those of us who think we have some knowledge about anything tax related, it can be a stressful time. And it's certainly not a time when you want to play a guessing game.

President Biden signed the massive bill on Thursday, March 11, which means payments should begin in the coming days. Based on the IRS timeframe from the last round of payments, payments could begin within a few days of passage. AdMichigan is set to receive a big chunk of dollars from the newly signed $1.9T COVID-19 relief package. The number of confirmed cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan has risen to 603,375 as of Thursday, including 15,729 deaths, state officials report. On Wednesday, the state reported 601,284 confirmed cases, including 15,707 deaths.

Compounding the hardships of coronavirus, some nursing homes have demanded that low-income residents turn over their $1,200 economic stimulus checks. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)Congress has approved another round of stimulus checks to most Americans this month -- here’s what you need to know. The legislation provides a direct payment of $1,400 for a single taxpayer, or $2,800 for a married couple that files jointly, plus $1,400 per dependent. AdBased on the IRS timeframe from the last round of payments, payments could begin within a few days of passage. Read more: Highlights of the COVID-19 relief bill advancing in CongressUnemployment aidExpanded unemployment benefits from the federal government would be extended through Sept. 6 at $300 a week.

Even if we think we have some knowledge about anything tax-related, it can be a stressful time. And it's certainly not a time when you want to play a guessing game.

Tax season can be a reason to laugh, as these famous TV episodes showed.

Compounding the hardships of coronavirus, some nursing homes have demanded that low-income residents turn over their $1,200 economic stimulus checks. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)Congress has approved another round of stimulus checks to most Americans this month -- here’s what you need to know. (AGI)Related: Child tax credit changes in COVID bill: How much families can getWhen could Americans start seeing payments? AdBased on the IRS timeframe from the last round of payments, payments could begin within a few days of passage. Read more: Highlights of the COVID-19 relief bill advancing in CongressUnemployment aidExpanded unemployment benefits from the federal government would be extended through Sept. 6 at $300 a week.

Compounding the hardships of coronavirus, some nursing homes have demanded that low-income residents turn over their $1,200 economic stimulus checks. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)Congress has approved another round of stimulus checks to most Americans this month -- here’s what you need to know. AdWho is eligible for $1,400 stimulus payment? The legislation provides a direct payment of $1,400 for a single taxpayer, or $2,800 for a married couple that files jointly, plus $1,400 per dependent. AdBased on the IRS timeframe from the last round of payments, payments could begin within a few days of passage.

These are lies and scammers are just trying to get your personal information. “These extortionists call people up and pretend to be DEA agents and we just want to get the word out that these guys are fake.”Scammers claim to be with the DEA and ask for personal information such as identifying information or financial information. And they call people, and pretend to be DEA agents and try to get personal information from them. Whether it’s credit card information or social security number or even bank account information,” McNeal said. “I’ve seen upwards of $12,000 that people have fallen victim to and they will take it in any form if they can convince you to give them an Amazon gift card or Google Play gift card, or an iTunes gift card.

Compounding the hardships of coronavirus, some nursing homes have demanded that low-income residents turn over their $1,200 economic stimulus checks. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)Congress is expected to approve another round of stimulus checks to most Americans this month -- here’s what you need to know. Who is eligible for $1,400 stimulus payment? The legislation provides a direct payment of $1,400 for a single taxpayer, or $2,800 for a married couple that files jointly, plus $1,400 per dependent. AdBased on the IRS timeframe from the last round of payments, payments could begin within a few days of passage.

A common aspect of the COVID-19 pandemic over the past two or so years has been more employees working remotely, but that doesn’t necessarily mean all those people were working from their homes.