20 Lessons

Taxes Course

Understand how taxes work and how to file with confidence.

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

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