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Monday, April 15, 2013  By now, Uncle Sam should have received either your tax return, or an extension.

Wednesday, February 27, 2013  According to the IRS, the average tax return last year was a little more than three grand. If you're expecting a big check this year, the temptation will be great to blow it.

Wednesday, February 20, 2013  If you've already filed your taxes, congratulations: you're done for this year. Unless, of course, you're one of the millions of taxpayers who receives and audit notice. How does the IRS select returns for audit? Nobody knows for sure, but money reporter Stacy Johnson has a few ideas.

Wednesday, June 27, 2012  With only four days until the current 3.4 percent interest rate for student loans is set to expire, it appears the Senate is on track to pass an extension.

Wednesday, February 15, 2012  What if you could use it to generate another refund for next year? Money expert Stacy Johnson has some advice.

Friday, February 04, 2011  If you itemize your deductions on Schedule A, Uncle Sam doesn't want to hear from you till Valentine's day.

Thursday, April 08, 2010  The countdown is on for filing your taxes, so we caught up with a local tax agent to inform you all about the new tax credits.

Wednesday, October 14, 2009  The cash-for-clunkers deal may be long gone, but now, thanks to a special sales tax allowance from the IRS, buying a new car just got a bit more appealing.

Sunday, October 11, 2009  Time is quickly running out for 134,000 homeowners across Texas that qualify for an $8000 government credit on their first home.