State Income Taxes

Details on community property rules and how they affect the federal tax returns for gay married couples and different-sex RDPs in California. Included are details on determining what constitutes community income and community deductions for California registered domestic partners as well as details on exemptions and opting out of community...

With Federal/State E-file taxpayers can e-file their federal and state tax returns simultaneously through the IRS. Save time this year. Get the details on federal and state e-filing.

Three states have created direct file programs that allow taxpayers to prepare and e-file their state tax returns online through the state's website. These programs allow taxpayers to prepare and file state tax returns online for free.

Illinois lawmakers have increased Illinois individual income tax rates and corporate income tax rates. Get the details on this increase in tax rates in Illinois.

General instructions on how to file a state income tax return. Get details on how to begin your state tax return, common adjustments on your state income tax return, calculating your state tax, and filing options for your state tax return.

A list of states that offer free file to certain taxpayers. These states offer free state income tax return preparation software through a variety of tax software companies.

The IRS has released new guidance on allocating the community property of gay couples who are married or registered domestic partners. These new community property rules affect how same sex couples in three states prepare their federal tax returns and could reduce federal taxes for some gay couples.

Sometimes, people need to file more than one state tax return. Find out if you may need to file multiple state returns based on commonly-encountered scenarios.

State income taxes are complicated and there are many myths and misconceptions out there. Don't fall for these seven myths about state income taxes this year.

An overview of the earned income tax credit offered by state and local tax agencies. Many states as well as some cities and counties have created their own earned income tax credit programs.

Get your state tax refund faster. Doing just four simple things can speed up your tax refund.

Details on state income tax breaks for retirees, including states that exempt social security income, government pension income, and private pension income. Get the details on states that allow retirees to exclude some of their income from state income taxes.

A listing of states that fully exempt Social Security benefits from income taxes. Find out which states do not tax Social Security.

A list of states that have implemented the flat tax. See which states have one flat income tax rate for all taxpayers.

How to know whether you are a part-year resident or a nonresident for state income tax purposes.

Need help deciding if you should file a nonresident state tax return? Get the details on the types of working arrangements and types of income that are typically taxable to nonresidents.

Details on the six states that have deductions for federal income taxes. See if you can deduct your federal income tax on your state tax return.

How would the expiration of the Bush tax cuts affect your state income taxes? See this summary of special report by the Tax Foundation that examines how state taxes could increase (and also decrease) if the Bush-era tax cuts expire.

A guide to California income tax including deductions, credits, California tax rates, and income exclusions. Everything you need to know about California personal income tax.

Starting May 1, 2010 California will offer first time home buyers and those buying new homes a tax credit of up to $10,000. Find out if you qualify for California's First Time Homebuyer Credit or the New Home Credit.

The top ten most common mistakes made on California personal income tax returns that delay processing of your return and refund. Learn what to check for and how to avoid making these errors so you can get the refund you expect as quickly as possible.

Details on how to file a nonresident state tax return, including what income to include details on deductions and credits for nonresidents.

How to File A Part-Year State Tax Return - Part-Year State Income Tax Returns

If you are working in one state and living in another, it can be confusing when it comes time to file your state income tax return. Illinois and their neighbors; Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin have decided to make it easier. If you live in one of these states, but work in Illinois (or vice versa) you only have to pay income tax to one state.

Everything you need to know about Illinois income tax, from deductions and credits to tax rates.

Six States Base Their Income Tax on Federal Taxable Income

A listing of states that base their income taxes on federal adjusted gross income (AGI). These states use federal AGI as the starting point on their state income tax returns.

The definition of IRC conformity, and a discussion of the different ways that states choose to conform or not conform to the federal tax code.

The definition of reciprocity or reciprocal agreements as they relate to state income taxes. Reciprocal agreements allow taxpayers to work in one state and live in another while only paying taxes to one state, but they don't cover everything. Find out what else you need to think about.

You may have developed a strategy to lower your federal income tax, but have you done everything you can to reduce your state income tax?  Here are a few tax tips to consider before the end of the year:

 

A list of states that have implemented their own earned income tax credit (EITC). See which states have earned income tax credits, the amount of the credits, and if they're refundable.

Details on the District of Columbia's earned income tax credit. D.C. has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC) that can reduce Delaware state income taxes for lower income individuals and families.

Details on Delaware's earned income tax credit. Delaware has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC) that can reduce Delaware state income taxes for lower income individuals and families.

Details on the Iowa earned income tax credit. Iowa has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC) that can reduce Iowa state income taxes for lower income individuals and families.

Details on the Rhode Island earned income tax credit. Rhode Island has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC) that can reduce Rhode Island state income taxes for lower income individuals and families.

Details on the Virginia earned income tax credit. Virginia has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC) that can reduce Virginia state income taxes for lower income individuals and families.

Washington has created an earned income tax credit to offset the higher burden sales taxes place on lower income individuals and families. Get the details on Washington's unique earned income tax credit.

Details on the Maryland earned income tax credit. Maryland has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC) that can reduce Maryland state income taxes for lower income individuals and families.

Details on the New Mexico earned income tax credit. New Mexico has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC) that can reduce New Mexico state income taxes for lower income individuals and families.

Details on the New York earned income tax credit. New York has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC) that can reduce New York state income taxes for lower income individuals and families.

Details on the North Carolina earned income tax credit. North Carolina has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC) that can reduce North Carolina state income taxes for lower income individuals and families.

Details on the Oregon earned income tax credit. Oregon has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC) that can reduce Oregon state income taxes for lower income individuals and families.

Details on the Oklahoma earned income tax credit. Oklahoma has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC) that can reduce Oklahoma state income taxes for lower income individuals and families.

Details on the Vermont earned income tax credit. Vermont has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC) that can reduce Vermont state income taxes for lower income individuals and families.

Details on the Wisconsin earned income tax credit. Wisconsin has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC) that can reduce Wisconsin state income taxes for lower income families.

Details on the Minnesota Working Family tax credit, also known as the Minnesota earned income credit. Minnesota has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC) that can reduce Minnesota state income taxes for lower income individuals and families.

Details on the Michigan earned income tax credit. Michigan has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC) that can reduce Michigan state income taxes for lower income individuals and families.

Details on the Kansas earned income tax credit. Kansas has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC) that can reduce Kansas state income taxes for lower income individuals and families.

Details on the Indiana earned income tax credit. Indiana has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC) that can reduce Indiana state income taxes for lower income individuals and families.

Details on the Illinois earned income tax credit. Illinois has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC) that can reduce Illinois state income taxes for lower income individuals and families.

Details on the Louisiana earned income tax credit. Louisiana has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC) that can reduce Louisiana state income taxes for lower income individuals and families.

Details on the Nebraska earned income tax credit. Nebraska has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC) that can reduce Nebraska state income taxes for lower income individuals and families.

Details on the Massachusetts earned income tax credit. Massachusetts has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC) that can reduce Massachusetts state income taxes for lower income individuals and families.

Details on the Maine earned income tax credit. Maine has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC), known as the Low Income Tax Credit, that can reduce Maine state income taxes for lower income individuals and families.

Details on the New Jersey earned income tax credit. New Jersey has their own version of the earned income tax credit (EITC) that can reduce New Jersey state income taxes for lower income individuals and families.

An overview of California income taxes for gay couples. How to file a California tax return for same-sex couples.

New York's Marriage Equality Act, which took effect starting July 24, 2011, provides that all married couples will be treated equally under state law, without regard to the gender of the spouses. For state tax purposes, same-sex couples in NY will file as married, even though they must file as unmarried for federal taxes.