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Taxes For Dummies, 2026 Edition - Eric Tyson, Chris Eck

Taxes For Dummies, 2026 Edition

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Buch | Softcover
640 Seiten
2025
For Dummies (Verlag)
978-1-394-35051-3 (ISBN)
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Give Uncle Sam what he's legally owed—and not a penny more!—with this trusted guide to your US taxes

Taxes For Dummies: 2026 Edition is your personal antidote to the confusing and frustrating chaos of the United States tax system. It's a straightforward and expert walkthrough of how to file your tax return while maximizing every last deduction and credit that you're legally entitled to. You'll minimize your tax bill using the clear insights and explanations contained within as the authors guide you through every step of the tax return process.

From determining what kind of taxpayer you are to identifying deductible expenses, determining your eligibility for credits, and responding to an IRS audit, Taxes For Dummies, 2026 Edition covers the issues and situations you're likely to encounter as a United States taxpayer. You'll also find:



Step-by-step instructions on how to fill out tax forms and schedules
Strategies for year-round tax planning so you're not swamped or overwhelmed come tax season
Techniques and best practices for selecting and working with a tax advisor

Perfect for all US taxpayers seeking a better understanding of the US tax filing system, Taxes For Dummies: 2026 Edition will help you save money and time on your income tax return this year.

Eric Tyson, MBA is a nationally recognized personal finance writer, counselor, and educator. He’s the author of Personal Finance For Dummies, Investing For Dummies, and Small Business For Dummies. Chris Eck, CPA, is a highly skilled and dedicated financial professional with over 18 years of experience in the field. With a strong foundation in accounting principles, tax law, and financial regulations, he has become a trusted advisor to many businesses and individuals seeking to optimize their finances.

Introduction 1

Part 1: Getting Ready to File 5

Chapter 1: Understanding the U S Tax System 7

Chapter 2: Tax Return Preparation Options and Tools 19

Chapter 3: Getting and Staying Organized 31

Chapter 4: What Kind of Taxpayer Are You? 43

Part 2: Tackling the Main Forms 69

Chapter 5: All The Form 1040s: Income Stuff 71

Chapter 6: Form 1040, Schedule 1, Part I: Additional Income 111

Chapter 7: Form 1040, Schedule 1, Part II: Adjustments to Income Stuff 129

Chapter 8: Form 1040, Schedule 2: Additional Taxes 157

Chapter 9: Form 1040, Schedule 3: Adding Up Your Credits and Payments 171

Chapter 10: Finishing Up the 1040 183

Part 3: Filling Out Schedules and Other Forms 201

Chapter 11: Itemized Deductions: Schedule A 203

Chapter 12: Interest and Dividend Income: Schedule B 241

Chapter 13: Business Tax Schedules: C and F 261

Chapter 14: Capital Gains and Losses: Schedule D and Form 8949 305

Chapter 15: Supplemental Income and Loss: Schedule E 337

Chapter 16: Giving Credits Where Credits Are Due 355

Chapter 17: Other Schedules and Forms to File 371

Part 4: Audits and Errors: Dealing with the IRS 391

Chapter 18: Dreaded Envelopes: IRS Notices, Assessments, and Audits 393

Chapter 19: Fixing Mistakes the IRS Makes 415

Chapter 20: Fixing Your Own Mistakes 433

Part 5: Year-Round Tax Planning 459

Chapter 21: Tax-Wise Personal Finance Decisions 461

Chapter 22: Trimming Taxes with Retirement Accounts 471

Chapter 23: Small-Business Tax Planning 493

Chapter 24: Your Investments and Taxes 511

Chapter 25: Real Estate and Taxes 527

Chapter 26: Children and Taxes 545

Chapter 27: Estate Planning 559

Part 6: The Part of Tens 571

Chapter 28: Ten Tips for Reducing Your Chances of Being Audited 573

Chapter 29: Ten Overlooked Opportunities to Trim Your Taxes 579

Chapter 30: Ten Interview Questions for Tax Advisors 585

Index 591

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