About A Tax Man

A Tax Man is an independent, informational website about US federal income tax. It publishes plain-English articles, checklists and simple calculators for individuals, families and small-business owners who want to understand their taxes before they file or before they talk to a professional.

The site does not prepare or file tax returns, does not represent anyone before the IRS, and does not employ CPAs or enrolled agents. Earlier versions of this site described professional tax services; those descriptions have been removed because they did not reflect an operating practice.

Tax rules change every year and depend on your circumstances. Use the articles here to prepare good questions, then confirm the details with official IRS guidance at irs.gov or with a qualified, credentialed tax professional.

What we cover

• Deductions & credits – Checklists that explain common deductions and credits, who usually qualifies and which records to keep.
• Deadlines – Key federal filing and payment dates for the year, plus what happens if you file or pay late.
• Estimated taxes – How quarterly estimated payments work for freelancers, side income and small businesses.
• Audit basics – What typically draws IRS attention and how to keep documentation that supports your return.
• Choosing a preparer – The difference between CPAs, enrolled agents and other paid preparers, and how to verify credentials.
• Calculators – Simple estimators for refunds and quarterly payments to help you plan — not a substitute for a filed return.

How we write

Articles are written for general readers and are reviewed and updated periodically. They are not written for your specific situation and may not reflect the latest rule changes. Where possible we point to the official source (for example a government agency or regulator) so you can check the current rules yourself.

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This site may display advertising (for example Google AdSense). Advertisers do not write or approve our articles, and an advertisement is not an endorsement.

Contact

Questions, corrections or suggestions are welcome through our contact page.

Informational only. A Tax Man is not a lender, broker, tax preparer or financial adviser, and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the IRS or any government agency.