“Remember: If the IRS suspects you haven't reported income, it can challenge returns from the past six years. So if you are self-employed or have multiple income sources, hold on to six years of files to be absolutely safe.”

American financial advisor, author, and podcast host

Suze Orman is an American financial advisor, author, and podcast host. She is known for founding the Suze Orman Financial Group in 1987 and for bringing her financial advice to a wide audience through television and later podcasting. Her work became widely known through The Suze Orman Show, which aired on CNBC from 2002 to 2015. She is associated with practical guidance on money management and personal finance, delivered in a direct and accessible style.