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Fact Sheets 2009

How to Choose a Tax Preparer and Avoid Preparer Fraud
FS-2009-7, January 2009 — Taxpayers should put as much care in choosing a preparer as they would a doctor or lawyer.

IRS Offers Free Tax Help
FS-2009-6, January 2009 — Find out what resources are available online, by phone and in-person.

E-File and Other Electronic Options for 2009
FS-2009-5, January 2009 — Learn more about what's new with electronic tax filing for 2009.

The Official Internal Revenue Service Web Site Is IRS.gov
FS-2009-4, January 2009 — The IRS Web site address does not end in .com, .net or .org.

Recovery Rebate Credit Is for Individuals Who Missed Last Year’s Economic Stimulus Payment
FS-2009-3, January 2009 — Credit largely follows rules of the 2008 stimulus payments.

Tax Credits Provide Funds for First-Time Homebuyers, Childcare, Education and More
FS-2009-2, January 2009 — Tax credits can boost a tax refund.

Highlights of 2008 Tax Law Changes: Tax Breaks Renewed, Recovery Rebate Credit, Homeowner Relief
FS-2009-1, January 2009 — Notable tax law changes for individuals.

News Release and Fact Sheet Archive
News releases and fact sheets from November 2002 forward and an archive of news releases and fact sheets in PDF format back to 1997.



Page Last Reviewed or Updated: January 06, 2009