Filing your federal tax return to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) starts with having the right forms in hand. Whether you choose to e-file or submit a paper return, being well-prepared is essential ...

With the Real ID rollout causing confusion both in Illinois and across the United States, here's what to know before you make your way to the DMV.

The Illinois General Assembly had a busy year in 2024 drafting new legislation that was signed by Governor J.B. Pritzker and took effect on January ...

(NEXSTAR) — In less than a month, those looking to fly domestically in the U.S. will need a new form of identification ... just the number), plus a bill and a pay stub — could help you ...

A Real ID is a federally accepted form of identification issued by states that meets heightened security standards set by the REAL ID Act of 2005. It looks like a standard driver’s license but ...

Most taxpayers depend on the same basic data to file returns. If you have a job, your employer must provide both you and the ...

In a recent statement, Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias said the Real ID rollout has caused confusion throughout the ...

When you’re in tough financial positions, it can be hard to know where to turn. Especially for those with less than great ...

Trump has signed an executive order to stop government agencies from sending and accepting paper checks. How will taxpayers be affected? What to know.

No free trial, but users can request full refund ... Whether it be to cover groceries, pay rent or go toward your credit card bill, users allocate every dollar they earn to something so no dollar ...

President Trump banished Social Security paper checks and tax refunds in favor of digital payments as of Sept. 30, 2025.  ...