Tax & Financial Content Specialist
Karen Van Thournout

Karen combines over a decade of accounting experience with expertise in tax-focused content, helping individuals navigate filing requirements and compliance with confidence.
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Reviewed by Lea Uradu, JDIRS Red Flags That Could Trigger an Audit in 2026
Most individual federal income tax returns are processed without a full IRS audit. However, certain inconsistencies, reporting errors, or unusual...
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Reviewed by Lea Uradu, JDCan You Legally Refuse to Pay Taxes? What the Law Actually Says
Many people wonder whether they can legally refuse to pay taxes in the United States, especially after seeing misinformation online....
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When Can You File Taxes? Essential Dates for the 2026 Tax Season
Tax season can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re a freelancer, a small business owner, a...
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The Childcare Runway: How Far Do State Tax Credits Go?
See how much of your childcare costs available tax credits actually cover, state by state.
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