Tax season is stressful enough, but avoidable mistakes can turn a routine filing into an expensive headache. With Tax Day approaching, here are five common filing missteps that could mean a smaller refund, a bigger bill or delays getting your return processed.Your filing status is one of the most important choices on your tax return because it helps determine your tax rate, your standard deduction and which credits you may be eligible to claim. Pick the wrong one, and you could end up paying more than you owe, getting a smaller refund or triggering delays if the IRS flags the return for review...
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