Indiana tax revenues are ahead of where the state budget needs them to be heading into the final three months of the budget cycle despite collections in March that failed to meet expectations.

The deadline to file last year's tax returns is April 15. One expert advises Hoosiers on how to avoid penalties for late or incomplete filings.

How does Indiana's tax structure compare to other states? One member of our audience in Goshen was curious.

How can low- to moderate-income Hoosier taxpayers receive assistance in filing their taxes? Several members of our audience inspired this question. The Internal Revenue Services Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program includes sites nationwide with certified tax preparers to assist in filing taxes.

How do Hoosiers get help with child support problems and questions? Many members of our audience were curious.

After 29 consecutive months of state revenues that outperformed budget expectations, Indiana collections have now fallen short two months in a row.

Indiana coffers took in about $1.37 billion worth of taxes in November, but remained below expectations for a second straight month this fiscal year, which began in July.

Indiana lawmakers Wednesday launched a two-year task force taking a comprehensive look at the states tax system with the goal for some to eliminate the states individual income tax.

Indiana's sales tax on gasoline will largely hold steady next month, increasing by just $0.001. But there's a bigger gas tax increase coming in July and, thanks to new legislation, several more Julys to come.

Indiana will soon join the many states that don't tax active-duty military income under a new law. House Bill 1034 got unanimous bipartisan support as it passed the legislature and was signed by the Governor Monday.