If you’ve begun collecting Social Security income, you might be uncertain about how that income will be taxed, if at all. Many people are under the impression that Social Security income is never taxed, but this isn’t true; tax rates on that income will vary depending on your total combined income. And, because Social Security distributions are not taxed upfront, many retirees find themselves surprised by the amount they owe when it comes time to file. Here’s what you need to know about Social Security income tax, so that you’re not blindsided when you file your return.

Though the deadline for filing taxes this year changed dramatically, one thing about the process hasn’t changed at all: Tax season is a prime opportunity for scammers and identity thieves to steal your information. A great deal of sensitive data is necessary to file your taxes, from your financial data to your personal identifying information, like your Social Security number. So, how can you protect your identity while filing your taxes? Keep reading for some tips.

At the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, taxes were probably the very last thing on your mind. Many Americans were trying to adapt to working from home, or were losing their jobs altogether. Small-business owners were fighting to keep their business operational even as they had to close their doors, and citizens across the country were struggling more than ever to make ends meet. In addition to providing stimulus checks to ease financial burdens, the federal government also elected to extend their tax deadline to July 15th this year. That date is right around the corner, so here’s what you need to know about this new tax deadline.