It’s best to get your tax return right the first time, but mistakes happen. When they do, it may be necessary to file an amended return. An amended return is a taxpayer’s opportunity to receive any ...

Filing an amended tax return can be a tedious and time-consuming process, but staying on top of the status of your return is crucial to avoid any potential issues. By monitoring your amended return, ...

It's no fun paying taxes, but it's worse to discover that you paid too much. Perhaps a receipt for a long-forgotten charitable donation turns up after a tax return has been filed, or you find out ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Robert W. Wood is a tax lawyer focusing on taxes and litigation. The imminent December 12, 2025 deadline is only for filing ...