Your Last-Minute Tax Questions, Answered

Okay, folks: We're down to the wire now that this year's tax filing deadlineis less than one week away. Since it's probably too late to go out and hire a tax preparer at this point, you may be on your own with regard to your 2017 return. Now, the good news is that most of today's tax-filing software is designed to guide you through the process, even if you're a relative newbie.

And to make your life even easier, here are answers to some of the most pressing questions you might have at this stage of the game. You're welcome.