Any taxpayer can create a free ID.me account to see what forms they should expect to receive this year, since anyone issuing a W-2 or 1099 will also issue a copy to the IRS. Employees receive a W-2, ...

If you’re preparing your taxes, you'll file federal income tax Form 1040. Because tax laws change often, Form 1040 might have subtle differences from year to year. Form 1040 is the main form ...

Many taxpayers are eager to file returns quickly to collect refunds, but it’s important to gather the necessary tax forms first, experts say. Every year, employers and financial companies report ...

W-2 forms should have arrived in mailboxes and inboxes by Jan. 31. Here's why you need that form for the 2025 tax season and what to do if you haven't gotten yours yet. Macy Meyer is a North ...

Check your tax return from last year to see which companies, banks, brokerages and others sent you form 1099s – and also think about any new types of income you received during the year.