Are Incarcerated Individuals Required to File Taxes?
Manage Money

Are Incarcerated Individuals Required to File Taxes?

Jan 24, 2026

Key Takeaways    Incarceration does not eliminate tax filing requirements. Whether incarcerated individuals must file taxes depends on income, filing status, and the tax year—just like anyone else.  Prison wages are taxable income...

  • 28
What Happens If You Ignore IRS Tax Debt? Timelines, Penalties, and Next Steps 
Manage Money

What Happens If You Ignore IRS Tax Debt? Timelines, Penalties, and Next Steps 

Jan 23, 2026

Key Takeaways  Ignoring IRS tax debt does not stop collection efforts; it allows penalties, interest, and enforcement actions to escalate through a predictable IRS timeline.  The IRS begins with notices...

  • 29
Forgot to File Taxes for 3+ Years? Here’s What to Do 
Manage Money

Forgot to File Taxes for 3+ Years? Here’s What to Do 

Jan 22, 2026

Key Takeaways   Unfiled taxes can be fixed, but delay increases costs and risk. The IRS typically treats voluntary compliance more favorably than enforcement actions.  Filing requirements depend on income, filing...

  • 32