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Free Tax Help: 4 Ways to Get It

You have to do your tax return, but with the tax laws as complicated as they are, that job's tougher than ever. If you need help but don't want to pay through the nose, here are some resources that can get you tax filing assistance for free.

Picking the Right Tax Preparer (Hint: It's Probably Not Uncle Ed)

The tax code is incredibly complicated, and it changes often, so hiring a skilled pro to help you file your tax return can be a good investment. But even that isn't simple: There are many kinds of tax preparers. Here's how to find the one who's right for you.

6 Signs Your Tax Preparer Is Incompetent

If you plan to hire a tax preparer to fill out your return this year, be careful. There are far too many self-proclaimed "tax professionals" whom you shouldn't let anywhere near your 1040 Form. Here's how to tell you've picked the wrong person to do your taxes.

Tax Law Changes You Need to Know About for 2013

Just because the IRS is left scrambling to catch up with the fiscal cliff tax regulations shouldn't stop you from preparing your income tax return. Here are some important changes to the tax code to help you get started.