1. Home
  2. Computing & Technology
  3. Financial Software

Tax Year

By , About.com Guide

Definition: The tax year for personal taxes refers to the calendar year for which income taxes are paid.

The tax year you are preparing taxes for is usually the year prior to the year taxes are filed. For example, taxes prepared in March of 2007 would be for tax year 2006.

The Latest Tax Software

Explore Financial Software
About.com Special Features

Holiday Central

What to eat, where to go, fun things to do and how to save money on the perfect gifts. More >

Family Tech Center

Stay connected and entertained with reviews on tips on the latest HDTVs, cellphones and more. More >

  1. Home
  2. Computing & Technology
  3. Financial Software
  4. Tax Software
  5. How to Choose Tax Software
  6. Tax Year Defined - What Does Tax Year Mean?

©2009 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company.

All rights reserved.