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Updated February 1, 2008

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Featured articles for 2008 tax season

  • Free File Survival Guide
    Free electronic return preparation and filing is available to most taxpayers through the Free File service administered by the IRS. Here's what you should know if you're considering using this service.
  • Don't Overlook Savings Credit
    This is a nice tax benefit if you contribute to an IRA, 401k or other retirement plan and your income isn't too high — but it's easy to overlook.

Tax help resources

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    Shop for our bestsellers on Roth accounts, capital gains and stock options.
  • Fairmark Forum
    The best place on the Internet to post questions about taxes.
  • Fairmark Fast Form Finder
    Makes it easy to find and download IRS forms and publications.
  • Reference Room
    Find current tax rates, exemption amounts and many other numbers that change from one year to the next.

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