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IRS Warns Taxpayers: These 7 Simple Mistakes Will Mess Up Your Returns
Even the smallest or most obvious mistakes can seriously mess up your tax returns, and the IRS has highlighted a few that you'll want to avoid at all costs. The 2025 tax filing season is in full swing,
IRS Issues Advise on How Millions Can File Tax Returns for Free
More than 30 million taxpayers across the country are eligible to file their federal tax returns completely free-of-charge this year using Direct File, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has said. Tax season is underway, with the IRS currently accepting payments and returns for 2024. The deadline to file is April 15.
IRS tax return figures are less than 2024, remember that you could have a refund
As the 2025 tax season draws to a close, many Americans are noticing a significant decrease in their tax refunds. With the IRS processing fewer returns and average refunds dropping by a third, taxpayers are left wondering about the impact of recent federal changes and administrative decisions.
IRS has issued $124B in tax refunds in 2025, up 8 percent from 2024
The IRS says it has issued $124.8 billion in refunds so far in 2025, up 8 percent from the $119 billion issued last year at this time. The total number of refunds issued, number of refunds issued through direct deposit and average refund for direct deposit are also up in 2025.
Tax season 2025: How IRS layoffs could affect your tax return and refund
The Trump administration’s changes to the federal government could alter the tax filing process for this year’s reporting period and beyond. Reports indicate the Department of Government Efficiency has taken a long look at the IRS,
Here's the average tax refund for 2025 filers so far, according to IRS
The IRS said the average refund amount has increased by 7.5% this year, going from $3,213 in 2024 to $3,453 so far in 2025. The average direct deposit refund was also up by 7.1% from last year – at an average of $3,505. The IRS began accepting tax returns on January 27, 2025.
You must keep your IRS tax return documents for at least 3 years
As tax season kicks off in the United States, understanding how long to keep your tax records is crucial. With over 140 million taxpayers expected to file, the IRS aims to maintain efficient service levels,
Unfiled Tax Return, IRS Files ‘Substitute For Return’ For You, You Lose
A Substitute for Return is a tax return prepared by the IRS when a taxpayer fails to file. Higher tax will be owed. SFR can mean levies, wage loss, passport revocation.
IRS warns taxpayers about these ‘dangerous threats’
Tax season is upon us, and the IRS is warning people to watch out for numerous scams while working on their filing. The Internal Revenue Service wants to ensure taxpayers know what to watch out for when completing their returns this year.
IRS issues warning: Take this tax ‘advice’ and face criminal charges
The IRS has long warned taxpayers of scams targeting them and their personal and financial data, particularly around tax season. The IRS reminds taxpayers to stay vigilant against all the schemes scammers come up with to try and steal their money,
Beware of tax scams: IRS unveils 2025 'Dirty Dozen' list to watch for
Scammers are 'relentless,' according to new IRS alert listing the 'Dirty Dozen' tax scams. Bad social media advice triggers ...
Will Government Shutdown Delay Tax Return Payments? What to Know
A potential government shutdown could delay tax return processing and refunds, affecting taxpayers nationwide.
5 ways to get your tax refund faster
CNBC Select explains how filing digitally and arranging for direct deposit can speed up your refund by a matter of weeks.
Americans' tax refunds larger than last year so far: IRS
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released data showing that the average tax refund check sent to taxpayers was larger than ...
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Delaying your return? The IRS can penalize you more than 25% of your debt
For most taxpayers, April 15 is the deadline to file taxes. Missing this date can lead to severe financial and legal ...
IRS Tax Refund Schedule 2025: These taxpayers could receive their deposit from March 10 to 16, 2025
The 2025 tax season has already begun, and with it, questions about when the long-awaited refund will arrive. If you have ...
IRS owes $26 million in 2021 unclaimed tax refunds to NJ residents. How to collect
Taxpayers have until April 15 to file their 2021 tax returns or risk forfeiting their refunds to the U.S. Treasury.
As Tax Season Nears Halfway Point, IRS Data Shows Taxpayers Still Not Rushing To File
IRS data from the fifth week of the tax filing season—the week ending February 28, 2025—continues to suggest that taxpayers ...