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Who qualifies as a dependent? What is an exemption? How do you report interest from a Form 1099? These 14 tax tutorials will guide you through the basics of tax preparation, giving you the background you need to electronically file your tax return. For starters, check out the tax tutorials to find the answers to these frequently asked questions. 
Need hints on completing a Form W-4?Module 1: Payroll Taxes and Federal Income Tax Withholding Do I have to claim my tips on my tax return?Module 2: Wage and Tip Income What interest is considered tax exempt?Module 3: Interest Income When can I claim myself as a dependent on my tax return?Module 4: Dependents What is the difference between "married filing a joint return and married filing a separate return?"Module 5: Filing Status What is the difference between a personal exemption and a dependency exemption?Module 6: Exemptions What is the standard deduction for a single person?Module 7: Standard Deduction How do I claim the Child Tax Credit?Module 8: Claiming Child Tax Credit and Additional Child Tax Credit What are the requirements for claiming the child care tax credit?Module 9: Tax Credit for Child and Dependent Care Expenses How do I claim education credits?Module 10: Education Credits What is the earned income credit and who qualifies for it?Module 11: Earned Income Credit Will my refund arrive sooner if I have it deposited directly into my checking account?Module 12: Refund, Amount Due, and Recordkeeping Why should I e-file?Module 13: Electronic Tax Return Preparation and Transmission When do I have to pay self-employment tax?Module 14: Self-Employment Income and the Self-Employment Tax |
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