As the tax filing deadline approaches, Governor Gretchen Whitmer is making the rounds to communities across the State of Michigan.

Financial experts share advice

There are programs available to help people who made $79K or less last year file their federal taxes for free.

Ohtani has decided to defer $680 million of the contract until after his playing days are over, meaning he’ll take in roughly $2 million of salary each year for the duration of the contract that will run through 2033.

The 2024 tax season doesn’t start until January 30, but one nonprofit wants you to start thinking about it now as they search for volunteers.

The Internal Revenue Service announced its annual inflation adjustments last week.

The Internal Revenue Service announced its annual inflation adjustments last week.

The Catherine Street property will consist of 62 one-bedroom apartments and one two-bedroom apartment in the historic Kerrytown district.

Most taxpayers will be able to digitally submit a slew of tax documents and other communications to the IRS next filing season and the agency plans to go completely paperless in 2025.

The deadline to file your 2022 taxes is April 18, 2023 -- but if you haven’t filed in time, you have options with extensions.

Tax filings are due this week as this year’s tax season comes to a close. Have you filed yet?

The deadline to file your taxes has arrived.

If you receive a large refund, that means you’re paying a lot more in taxes than you should be.

The Earned Income Tax Credit is one of the most important and helpful corners of tax law these days.

Michigan taxpayers will see even more savings next year due to the state’s high revenues, with the state treasurer announcing Wednesday that the income tax rate will temporarily be lowered to 4.05% from 4.25%.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said Tuesday that an income tax rate reduction expected to be triggered for the 2023 tax year by the state’s high revenues will be temporary and will revert back to the normal rate the following year.

If you’ve finally gotten your taxes filed, you’re probably ready to put it all away and move on. Have you considered which documents you should keep? And for how long?

When tax season rolls around, many people excitedly wait for a large income tax return, but that large sum is not really a good thing.

Here are some changes to know about for the 2023 tax season.

An inflation relief plan in Michigan is heading to the gov.'s office for approval, but will not include the initially-promised individual relief checks for taxpayers.

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If you grew up watching your parents get stressed around tax season, then you're probably not looking forward to filing yourself for the first time.

The Wayne County Treasurer will be offering additional office hours on Saturdays for the next several weeks for residents who need to pay delinquent property taxes.

Trained program volunteers assist those who qualify with tax preparation at the United Way of Washtenaw County (UWWC) office at 2305 Platt Rd.

If your adjusted gross income (AGI) was $73,000 or less, you can use one of the Free File IRS partner offers to file a free federal tax return. Some of the programs offer free state returns too.

You could be keeping more of your money next year, thanks to inflation and tax adjustments announced by the IRS for the 2023 tax year.

Most Michigan voters believe road conditions in the state have pretty much stayed the same while Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has been in office, according to a new WDIV/Detroit News poll.

Most Michigan voters support increasing the time frame for in-person voting and preparing absentee ballots before Election Day, but don’t fully support giving tax credits to private school donors, according to a new poll.

A majority of Michigan voters “strongly disagree” with the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the 1973 landmark ruling in Roe v. Wade, according to a new WDIV/Detroit News poll.

The Inflation Reduction Act provides $15 million for the IRS to study how it could create a program that allows Americans to file their taxes for free.

Michigan voters are feeling motivated to vote in the upcoming gubernatorial election, and one of the major issues driving that motivation is abortion and women’s rights, according to a new WDIV/Detroit News poll.

Crowdfunding has gained popularity, making it important to understand how it's connected to taxes and the IRS.

President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness program aims to provide thousands of dollars in federal student debt cancellation for millions of Americans. But where does the money come from?

Many people want to know if they will be expected to pay federal or state income tax on student loan debt that has been forgiven.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer wants to repeal the state’s retirement tax -- here’s a look at how the tax works and why she wants to end it.

Both Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Republican-led Legislature are proposing new plans to cut taxes but remain at odds over the scope and immediacy of any relief.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is proposing a repeal of the retirement tax.

Here are some steps that you can take to stretch your money.

Tax Day generally falls on April 15, but this year, most Americans will have to file their individual income taxes by April 18.

It seems like you hear about it more and more these days: The extreme lengths people are going to in order to buy a new house; how much it costs to fill up the gas tank; and what we’re spending at the grocery store.

For those animal lovers who spend so much money on their pets and hope to recoup some of that cash spent when tax season arrives, this is the cold, hard reality: For the most part, you can’t.

More than $42.2 million in marijuana tax revenue will be distributed among 163 municipalities and counties in Michigan.

Here are some of the biggest scams you should be aware of right now.

Many people do their own taxes, using software like TurboTax, but some may want to find help filing for any number of reasons.

Here are facts and figures of the OECD’s plan and what it hopes to achieve.

Birmingham Public Schools discovered a more than $14 million mid-year budget deficit.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has signaled that she is going to veto a halt of the state’s gas tax.

Today’s Money Minute is about a too-often-ignored and under utilized tax credit for lower income earners. It could mean thousands of dollars in tax refunds -- but it’s complicated.

You likely know what “income” means, and of course you’re aware of federal and state taxes, and the fact that we have to do them (or have them prepared for us, in some cases), every year. But how much do you know about income tax overall?

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has asked federal leaders to lift the federal gas tax to lower gas prices for drivers.

Whether you’re new to owning your own business or a seasoned vet, taxes can be so stressful. It’s easy to overlook things or simply forget an item here and there.

If you’re expecting a generous refund this season, you’ll want to make that money work as hard as you do.

Tax havens, also known as offshore financial centers, are a country or jurisdiction that has minimal tax liabilities to foreign individuals or businesses.

Tax season is upon us, and you probably have some questions about filing this year.

Michigan residents waiting for their tax forms from the Michigan Unemployment Agency can now get them online.

This week on Flashpoint, we’re talking with Wayne County Treasurer Eric Sabree, who discusses the end of foreclosure moratoriums and the important property tax deadline that’s approaching.

Michigan residents waiting for their tax forms from the Michigan Unemployment Agency can now get them online.

House Republicans have begun passing legislation that would cut Michigan’s income tax, provide tax breaks for more retirees and help local governments reduce their pension debt.

Tax season is officially here, meaning you have the next couple months to get those returns filed! This year’s IRS deadline is April 18.

Do you have questions about filing your taxes this year?

We're sharing important information about how thieves are trying to trick you as you work to file your taxes right now.

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The Michigan Enhancement Grant will support the programs over two years, allowing United Way of Washtenaw County to provide free financial help and services to Washtenaw County families in need.

There’s an important update for the thousands of people who took advantage of the child tax credit last year.

There’s an important update for the thousands of people who took advantage of the child tax credit last year.

It’s free money for families that need it and Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan is working to make sure Detroit residents get in on it.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer was out and about in Flint on Thursday, the first stop in what she’s calling her “Post State of the State Tour.”

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer was out and about in Flint on Thursday, the first stop in what she’s calling her “Post State of the State Tour.”

In her State of the State address Wednesday (Jan. 26) night, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer laid out her priorities, including targeted tax cuts.

In her State of the State address Wednesday (Jan. 26) night, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer laid out her priorities, including targeted tax cuts.

Each year, tax payers get conned by tax-related schemes meant to steal money and personal information from people.

Did you hear the one about the Governor who had a surplus of money to spend?

When home values go up, property taxes usually follow -- but right now in Detroit, the tax hit is only a fraction of what it could be.

This week’s Tech Time takes a closer look at why the IRS is asking people to file online this year.

Did you know that if you meet certain criteria you may be able to file your federal and taxes for free online?

If you accepted advance child tax credits in 2021, you’ll want to know this information before you file taxes.

If you accepted advance child tax credits in 2021, you’ll want to know this information before you file taxes.

Michigan will start allowing people to claim a state income tax deduction for gambling losses they claim on their federal tax return.

Michigan developers with “transformational” plans to redevelop brownfield sites can continue to seek tax incentives after Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Legislature extended the program for an additional five years.

For those who plan on donating to a charitable organization for Giving Tuesday, there could be some opportunities to receive money back when filing taxes next year.

The Internal Revenue Service announced the tax year 2022 annual inflation adjustments for more than 60 tax provisions, including the tax rate schedules and other tax changes.

The Internal Revenue Service announced the tax year 2022 annual inflation adjustments for more than 60 tax provisions, including the tax rate schedules and other tax changes.

There’s free money out there waiting to be claimed, and there are people willing to help you do it for free.

In October, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan introduced the Renew Detroit program. The program will provide free home repairs to eligible city homeowners using funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).

Metro Detroit nonprofit Wayne Metro Community Action Agency exists to offer help to local residents in need.

More than 178,000 Michigan households who received Home Heating Credits for the 2020 tax year are receiving an additional one-time payment this month, the state announced.

Most U.S. families will receive increased child tax credits this year as part of the American Rescue Plan enacted earlier this year by President Joe Biden.

Most U.S. families will receive increased child tax credits this year as part of the American Rescue Plan enacted earlier this year by President Joe Biden.

Most U.S. families will receive increased child tax credits this year as part of the American Rescue Plan enacted earlier this year by President Joe Biden.

Most U.S. families will receive increased child tax credits this year as part of the American Rescue Plan enacted earlier this year by President Joe Biden.

Twenty-four communities across Michigan collect income tax from people who work in them but live elsewhere.

The Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners approved of a budget amendment committing the annual marijuana tax revenue, expected to be more than $200,000, to the equity issues in the county.

Michigan businesses with COVID-19 safety protocols could retroactively seek a refund for sales taxes paid on personal protective equipment, disinfecting products and plexiglass barriers under bills nearing the desk of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

The 2021 tax season officially ended on May 17 -- so if you missed the tax filing deadline, what do you do?

The 2021 tax season officially ends Monday at midnight, but experts are encouraging people not to simply “file and forget.”

A female rap duo out of Southfield called “Deuces Wild” is accused of filing fraudulent tax returns and stealing millions of dollars.

Millions of Americans leave millions of dollars in tax refunds on the table each year by not filing their taxes.

Under the U.S.’ American Rescue Plan, unemployment benefits received in 2020 are not taxable -- to a certain extent.

It may seem backward, but the truth is: It’s better if aren’t receiving a large tax refund this tax season.

The U.S. government’s American Rescue Plan has changed how unemployment benefits are taxed amid the coronavirus pandemic.