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To help crack down on scammers — and discourage hijacked refunds and stolen identities — the agency is advising taxpayers to ...
A new tax deduction for tip income is available for 2025 federal income tax returns. Learn the new form to file, who ...
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Barry Dolowich, Tax Tips: Prize winnings

Generally, prizes you win from sweepstakes, raffles and contests are taxable as ordinary income.
The Fed cut rates a total of three times in 2025, but today's top high-yield savings accounts continue to offer up to 5.00% APY. Find out more.
Student loan refinance rates have held steady over the last week. As of February 12, 2026, student loan refinance lenders are ...
High-yield savings accounts are still paying up to 5.00% APY following a total of three Fed rate cuts in 2025 -- compare the top rates still available now.
Legal sports betting is common across the U.S. However, gambling winnings are considered taxable. Brush up on IRS rules, state taxes, loss deductions and more.
Santa Barbara residents can receive free tax preparation through the VITA program, with services available through April 15.
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In 2024, more than 1 million tax returns were flagged by the IRS as being filed by potential identity thieves involving refunds of more than $6.3 billion.