Filing Your Federal Taxes: In-Depth

Welcome to FindLaw's "In-Depth Information on Filing Your Federal Taxes" topic. Below you will find detailed information on issues that may arise during the federal tax filing process -- including deductions, itemizing, and getting an extension to file. Choose a link to get started. (For an overview guide to the federal tax filing process, see Step-by-Step Guide to Filing Your Federal Taxes)

Deductions and Tax Exemptions:

• The Standard Deduction
• Who Should Itemize?
• List of Itemized Deductions (IRS)
• Tax Breaks Every Parent Should Know About
• Top Seven Tax Deductions for Seniors and Retirees
• Top Ten Tax Deductions for Landlords
• Best Tax Deductions for Professionals
• Tax Exemptions (IRS)
• Checklist: Non-Deductible Expenses

Filing Taxes from Outside the U.S.:

• Taxes for U.S. Citizens and Resident Aliens Abroad (IRS)

Common Tax Credits:

• Earned Income Tax Credit Q&A (IRS)
• It's Easier than Ever to Find Out If You Qualify for EITC (IRS)
• Earned Income Tax Credit Publications, Forms, and More (IRS)
• Child Tax Credits (IRS)
• Child Tax Credit publication (IRS)

Extensions and Filing Late:

• Did You Know...? Filing a Tax Extension
• Extension of Time to File Your Tax Return (IRS)
• Application for Automatic Extension of Time to File (IRS) [PDF]
• Filing Late Returns FAQ