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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a tax refund advance?

A tax refund advance is a type of loan that gives a portion of a taxpayer’s future tax refund in advance.

‍What is a tax return?

Who can you claim as a dependent?

There are a few requirements that people need to meet before they can be claimed as a dependent, like providing more than half of the dependent’s financial support.

Claiming dependents on your taxes

What is a tax return?

A tax return is a tax form that outlines a taxpayer's information like their income, deductions, dependents, tax liability, and more.

‍What is a tax return?

Can you file single if you’re married?

When you’re legally married, you’ll want to use the married filing jointly or the married filing separately tax status. Learn more about how these statuses work to know what you need to do.

‍Single vs. married filing status

What happens if you file taxes late?

Filing taxes late can potentially cause any tax payments to also be late, resulting in potential fees and charges you probably want to avoid.

‍What happens if you file taxes late?