Tax Information for Different Tax Filing Stages

The tax information you need all in one place.

We’ve put together a master list of helpful articles for your tax situation, whether you’re preparing to file, in the process of filing, or waiting for your refund. If you’re self-employed, we have a section for that too.

Let’s dive right in.

Individual filers

Stage 1: Preparing to file

Stage 2: Filing in progress

Stage 3: Finished filing

Stage 4: Finance basics

Self-employed and small business filers

Stage 1: Preparing to file

Stage 2: Filing in progress

• Key Tax Deadlines for Small Business Owners: Mark these dates on your calendar this season. Here are some important due dates and deadlines you should be aware of as a small business owner.
• 16 Small Business Tax Deductions: Don’t leave money on the table this tax season — learn more about these valuable tax deductions for business owners and how to claim them when filing your tax return.
• How to File Taxes for a New Side Gig: Did you start a side hustle in 2022? Here are some filing tips and essential tax information you need to know.
• Mileage reimbursement calculator: If you travel for business, you may qualify for mileage reimbursement. Tell us how many miles you drove in the current tax year, and we’ll estimate your total mileage deduction based on the current standard mileage deduction rates.
• Your Guide to Filing a Business Tax Extension in 2023: Don’t start scrambling to file your business taxes when the tax deadline is looming. You can get an extra six months to file by requesting a business tax extension.

Stage 3: Finished filing

Stage 4: Business finance basics

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