Latest from Michelle Singletary
What you need to do to get the third stimulus payment of up to $1,400
A third round of checks is coming for millions of Americans. Here's the answers to some frequently asked questions about economic relief.
- Mar 8, 2021
- Personal Finance
- Perspective
Netflix series asks couples with up to $35,000 saved: ‘Marriage or Mortgage’? You know where I stand.
A wedding planner and a real estate agent compete to see whether engaged couples will pick a pricy wedding or use the funds they've saved as a down payment on a home.
- Mar 5, 2021
- Personal Finance
- Perspective
The IRS paid $3 billion in interest to taxpayers because it failed to get refunds out on time
Even before coronavirus-related delays, the IRS has been paying out increasing amounts of money to taxpayers in interest on delayed refunds.
- Mar 2, 2021
- Personal Finance
- Perspective
With vaccinations underway, the economy needs consumers to spend again. But don’t, if you have debt.
As more people get vaccinated many may end up doing some "revenge spending."
- Feb 26, 2021
Tax Season 2021: Your tax and stimulus payment questions and more answered
This FAQ addressed top issues from taxpayers for the 2021 tax season. People still aren't sure about the taxability of the stimulus payments or whether they can take a home-office deduction.
- Feb 23, 2021
- Personal Finance
- Perspective
The IRS says it’s done sending out stimulus payments. Anyone still waiting should claim it on their 2020 tax return.
The IRS is done sending out stimulus payments. If you haven’t gotten your money don’t wait for the check to come in the mail. You’ll have to file a 2020 tax return.
- Feb 19, 2021
Answering your 2021 tax questions with Post columnist Michelle Singletary
Post columnist Michelle Singletary and tax expert Eric Bronnenkant will take your questions on the 2021 tax season.
- Feb 18, 2021
- Personal Finance
- Perspective
Another reason not to opt for a tax refund loan: It may delay your next stimulus payment
Cut out the middle man and avoid these tax preparation products.
- Feb 16, 2021
- Personal Finance
- Perspective
Tax season 2021: A tornado is coming
With two — potentially three — sets of stimulus payments and an overworked IRS staff dealing with all those extra demands, plenty could go wrong with tax season this year. Here's a preview.
- Feb 12, 2021
To claim your stimulus payment, look for Line 30 on your 1040 tax form
From tax professionals to do-it-yourself software, all eyes will be on Line 30 of IRS Form 1040.
- Feb 9, 2021