Filing your taxes for the first time? Here’s everything you need to know, including the necessary forms, how to report your income, your filing status, and your filing options.

The filing window for this season's taxes is right around the corner: Jan. 27. You still have time before the 2025 tax filing deadline, but it's never too early to put Tax Day on your radar. Here are some things to know about filing a return, the associated deadlines, and whether and when to expect a tax refund.

In order to file your taxes, you will need a host of documents, including personal information and income. Here is what you need, according to the IRS. Personal information: Income: Paycheck stubs W-2 form Bank statements or documents from other payment apps or online marketplaces Checks addressed to you Unemployment payments If you didn’t get a W-2,