20 Lessons

Taxes Course

Understand how taxes work and how to file with confidence.

  1. 1 TXS101
    Why We Pay Taxes
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  2. 2 TXS102
    Understanding the U.S. Tax System
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  3. 3 TXS103
    Understanding Tax Brackets and Marginal vs. Effective Tax Rate
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  4. 4 TXS104
    Filing Status Explained
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  5. 5 TXS105
    Understanding Taxable Income
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  6. 6 TXS106
    Tax Deductions Versus Tax Credits
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  7. 7 TXS107
    Claiming Dependents and Common Tax Credits
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  8. 8 TXS108
    Understanding Withholding and Form W-4
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  9. 9 TXS109
    Understanding Your W-2
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  10. 10 TXS110
    Understanding 1099 Forms
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  11. 11 TXS111
    Preparing to File Your Tax Return
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  12. 12 TXS112
    Choosing How to File
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  13. 13 TXS113
    Understanding Tax Refunds
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  14. 14 TXS114
    Avoiding an Unexpected Tax Bill
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  15. 15 TXS115
    Taxes for Freelancers and Gig Workers
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  16. 16 TXS116
    Making Estimated Tax Payments
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  17. 17 TXS117
    Tax Recordkeeping: What to Keep and For How Long
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  18. 18 TXS118
    Responding to IRS Notices
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  19. 19 TXS119
    Filing an Extension or Amended Return
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  20. 20 TXS120
    Planning for Next Tax Season
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