5 tax moves that may trigger an audit

When I was a kid, I wanted to look like everyone else. I wanted to have the same feathered bangs, the same tapered jeans, and the same white Keds as every other girl. The thought of looking even a little different felt like the end of the world. My mom would humor me, all the while explaining that normal was overrated and being original was a good thing.

But my mother's advice only goes so far. You see, when it comes to taxes, being normal is a good thing. You want to blend in -- you don't want to be the kind of taxpayer who attracts attention. Here is a list of five red flags that might call attention to your return (and that's rarely a good thing):