2010 tax season survival guide

It's that time of year again -- time to file income taxes. Check out our helpful tips and hints for navigating the tax code and getting the biggest deductions from The Baltimore Sun's personal finance writer Eileen Ambrose and advice from elsewhere on the Web.

Beware of tax scams, IRS says

It's tax time, and if there is anything that could make it more painful, it's getting caught in a tax scam.

Tax time: Be smart and act fast

There has been little normalcy in financial matters the last couple of years, which extends to tax strategies.

Tax changes can boost refund

You might be able to reel in some extra cash by filing the right tax forms — but be aware of at least one change that could cost you.

The 'what if' questions of filing in a recession

What if I lose my job? Is my unemployment check taxable? Can I afford to take money out of my retirement account? These are just a few of the "What If" questions people are dealing with these days.