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Personal finance

Taxes

Personal finance

Taxes

Lessons

Personal taxes overview

Learn
Tax deductions introduction
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Standard and itemized tax deductions
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AMT overview
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Alternative minimum tax
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Estate tax introduction
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Tax brackets and progressive taxation
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Calculating federal taxes and take home pay
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Calculating state taxes and take home pay
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Marriage penalty
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Married taxes clarification
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Tax forms

Learn
Intro to the W-2
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Filling out 1040EZ
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Preparing your tax return for the first time - by Better Money Habits®
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Your guide to key tax terms - by Better Money Habits
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Protecting your personal information

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Protecting your identity at tax time - by Better Money Habits®
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About this unit

Prepare for tax season. Learn about the US tax system, deductions, and common forms.
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