Tax Blog & Guides
Expert tips, step-by-step guides, and everything you need to file your taxes with confidence. Updated for the 2026 tax season.
How to File Taxes with ESPP Income
Employee Stock Purchase Plans (ESPP) provide discounted stock, but have specific tax rules. Learn when ESPP income is taxable, understand qualified vs. disqualified dispositions, and report ESPP correctly on your return.
Christopher Lee
How to File Taxes with Estate Distributions
Distributions from an estate may be taxable or tax-free depending on whether they're income or principal. Learn how estate distributions are taxed, understand Form K-1 reporting, and file correctly.
Ryan Martinez
How to File Taxes with FATCA Reporting in 2026
FATCA (Form 8938) requires reporting foreign financial assets. Learn about filing requirements, thresholds, penalties, and how to comply with FATCA.
Chris Bennett
How to File Taxes with FBAR Requirements in 2026
FBAR (Foreign Bank Account Report) is required if you have foreign accounts. Learn about filing requirements, deadlines, penalties, and how to comply.
Chris Bennett
How to File Taxes with Foreign Bank Accounts in 2026
Foreign bank accounts require special reporting. Learn about FBAR, FATCA, reporting requirements, and severe penalties for non-compliance.
Chris Bennett
How to File Taxes with Foreign Crypto Exchanges
Using foreign cryptocurrency exchanges creates additional tax reporting requirements. Learn about FBAR filing, Form 8938, how to report foreign exchange transactions, and ensure compliance with foreign account reporting rules.
Matthew Lee
How to File Taxes with Foreign Income in 2026
Foreign income must be reported to the IRS. Learn about foreign earned income exclusion, foreign tax credit, reporting requirements, and how to avoid double taxation.
Chris Bennett
How to File Taxes with Form 709
Form 709 is the gift tax return required when you give gifts exceeding the annual exclusion. Learn when to file Form 709, how to complete it, understand gift splitting, and report large gifts correctly.
Matthew Taylor
How to File Taxes with Fringe Benefits
Fringe benefits from employers may be taxable or tax-free. Learn which fringe benefits are taxable, which are tax-free, understand the valuation rules, and report fringe benefits correctly on your tax return.
Melissa Wilson
How to File Taxes with FSA Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) help you pay for medical expenses with pre-tax dollars. Learn how FSAs work, understand the use-it-or-lose-it rule, and report FSA activity correctly on your tax return.
Tyler Anderson
How to File Taxes with Gift Tax Exclusions
The annual gift tax exclusion allows you to give tax-free gifts up to $18,000 per recipient. Learn how the exclusion works, understand per-recipient limits, and maximize your tax-free gifting.
Sarah Mitchell
How to File Taxes with Health Savings Accounts
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) offer triple tax benefits. Learn how HSA contributions are taxed, understand qualified medical expenses, and report HSA activity correctly on your tax return.
Jonathan Davis
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