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Average tax refunds so far in 2025 are up 7.5% but IRS still receiving fewer early returns
The IRS has issued more than 29.6 million individual income tax refunds through Feb. 21, up 2.3% from a year ago.
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.
When will I receive my 2025 Tax Refund? IRS cuts may cause delays
With staffing cuts at the IRS, many taxpayers are concerned about delays in receiving their refunds. Here are some things you can do to avoid a delay.
The IRS is sitting on $92 million in unclaimed California tax returns. How to know if you qualify
A trove of cash could be forfeited if Californians fail to complete a previous year's tax return by next month, according to the Internal Revenue Service. The IRS is currently sitting on about $92.3 million,
Are you owed a tax refund from the IRS? Clock is ticking in Florida to claim $61 million
The median potential refund nationwide is $781 for 2021. Florida, with 69,800 individuals who did not file, is just below the median potential refund at $721. New Yorkers — 73,000 of them — left the most money in the IRS till: $995.
IRS says time is running out to claim 2021 tax refunds
As the April 15 filing deadline looms, the Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers that after three years, any unclaimed 2021 tax year refunds go to the U.S. Treasury.
What are the hours at which the IRS deposits tax refunds?
If you've already filed your tax return, it's natural to wonder when you'll receive your refund. One of the most common questions is the exact time the IRS makes deposits.
Some EV tax credits risk being rejected by IRS on 2024 returns for long list of reasons
Taxpayers could fall into plenty of potholes if someone takes a wrong turn when claiming an attractive tax credit for buying ...
Should you get a tax refund? Here's what to know about withholdings, estimated payments
Many people have heard the old advice not to give an interest-free loan to the government, but getting a tax refund isn't ...
People love the IRS’s free tax filing website. Its future is unclear.
That website is IRS Direct File, which was well reviewed but little used in its 2024 debut as a free alternative to online ...
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Unclaimed Tax Refund: Are you owed part of $1 billion?
The IRS reminds taxpayers that the deadline to claim these refunds is April 15, 2025. If unclaimed, these funds will be ...
Beware of tax scams: IRS unveils 2025 ‘Dirty Dozen’ list as refund season gets underway
Scammers are 'relentless,' according to a new IRS alert listing the 'Dirty Dozen' tax scams. Bad social media advice triggers ...
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.
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Analysis of nonprofit SAY’s tax returns shows it operated in the red for years before it went bankrupt
SAY’s tax returns show that except for one year, the nonprofit operated in the red every year since 2017, the year after the ...
Will Government Shutdown Delay Tax Return Payments? What to Know
A potential government shutdown could delay tax return processing and refunds, affecting taxpayers nationwide.