The days leading up to April 15 can be particularly stressful if you owe Uncle Sam, but those of you who are receiving tax refunds might have some extra pep in your step. Sure, put some of it in the bank, but now could be the time if you've been looking for a way to invest in your health. Start the slideshow to see six healthy ways to use your tax refund. Source Read more

A fifth season exists, and it's one that isn't defined by the weather. Tax season has arrived, and will hang around until April 17, the (somewhat extended) deadline for filing your 2011 income tax return. It doesn't have to be complicated. Keep these six don'ts in mind as you prepare and file your taxes to make this season as seamless as possible. Read more

It sounds great to work from home, but that also means you'll have more taxes to do! Freelancers don't have their tax taken out of their pay automatically like salaried employees do, which just makes doing taxes a little more complicated. To make sure you're on the right track, Kathy Pickering, the executive director of The Tax Institute at H&R Block, shares some tax tips every freelancer Read more

Tax day is comin' right up! It's on April 18, and a lot of you said that you've already filed your taxes, which means the refund is coming soon. There are plenty of smart ways to spend your tax windfall, but you can choose to spend it more meaningfully this year with these suggestions. Take note that you should consider these options only if your budget allows for it. Give back and show your care Read more

It's hard to escape the glow of purchasing your new home and wake up to the not-so-fun paperwork of being a homeowner. For one, you'll have more taxes to file, but on the plus side, that also means more tax benefits and credits for you! Kathy Pickering, the executive director of The Tax Institute at H&R Block shares what kind of tax goodies you qualify for as a new homeowner. Read on to find Read more

Tax day is finally here! Hopefully you're all done with yours and April 18 can be a day for you to celebrate the completion of your tedious taxes. You might be heartened to know that many businesses are cheering alongside you and are offering discounts and even some freebies today. Don't miss out on them! Read more

Federal and state income tax deadline — the season's most dreaded day — is almost here, and this year, it's doesn't fall on the date April 15, thanks to a Washington, DC holiday. Whether you got a big fat paycheck or have to pay Uncle Sam a little extra this time around, the one sure bet to look forward to is a bevy of bargains on food and drink (and many of them available on both Friday and Read more

Although taxes are due in April, you should get started in January so you'll be less flustered come tax time. Also, your W-2 will be coming in the mail, so it's the perfect time to organize your paperwork. Start prepping now so you can get your refund even sooner. Kathy Pickering, executive director of The Tax Institute at H&R Block, names the top things to know before you file a 2011 return. Read more

Many of us like to put taxes out of our minds at least until the calendar year has changed, but you'll keep next tax season's stress levels down by getting organized now. Start the slideshow to see five ways that will create a less stressful tax season in 2012. Read more

Even though we've given you these great tax tips to ease your load, we all know that filing taxes can be a downer sometimes. Yesterday, I saw Twitter user kbell87 request song suggestions to help her get through her taxes, and I thought that was a brilliant idea. There's nothing like music to help you get through tough times. I found a few songs that will inspire you and some that might make you Read more