IRS, income tax and filing season

How Mass Layoffs at the IRS Will Affect Tax Season
Kaercher says that risks to the filing season could include delayed tax refunds, inability to answer as many phone calls or help lines, and “there’s a question of whether they retained the right people in house” to quickly solve technical issues should they arise during tax season.
Tax refunds are flowing, but IRS is seeing fewer early returns filed so far this season
Early results from the IRS indicate that 7.7% fewer tax returns were filed in the first two weeks of the 2025 season. Why are some delaying filing?
IRS warns of ‘significant changes’ this tax season: What you should know before filing
Every year, the IRS outlines a number of changes that will affect taxpayers. Here's the list for the 2024 tax season.
TAX SEASON | How to use the IRS 'Where's My Refund?' tool
The IRS issued a reminder this week to taxpayers that agency has a "Where's My Refund?" tool to make the tracking process easy.
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.
Expecting a Tax Refund? Here's Why You Should Save It, Says This Expert
Setting aside your tax refund for the future can give you peace of mind for the rest of the year. Here's why and how to do it.  Starting an emergency fund with your tax refund An emergency fund can be your safety net in unexpected situations,
Why IRS tax refunds could be more in 2025 with 140 million expected to file by April 15
A new report suggests federal income tax refunds in 2025 could be among the highest in recent years. The report released by Oxford Economics on Monday said that it would be a “favorable” season for taxpayers,
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What a Government Shutdown in Tax Season Might Mean for You
A government shutdown has never happened during tax season, but some experts predict that certain disruptions are inevitable.
IRS Warns Americans of 'Dirty Dozen' Tax Season Scams
The IRS has released its annual Dirty Dozen list for 2025, warning taxpayers, businesses, and tax professionals about common ...
Tax Implications of the Social Security Fairness Act: Are You Prepared?
If your combined income is under $25,000 (single) or $32,000 (joint filing), there is no tax on your Social Security benefits ...
Live Q&A: Our Reporters Answered Your Tax-Season Questions
WSJ subscribers asked our reporters about inheritances, deductions, estates, capital gains, the IRS, Roth contributions and ...
This Productivity Tip Can Help Improve Your Tax Season
Be proactive in communicating with others. Contact your accountant early in the season, make arrangements with staff for future assignments in the coming months, or follow up with vendors. A little ...
Tax season: Here's what Arkansans need to know
"We want to make sure that the person who earned that money and deserves the refund gets it: not a scammer halfway across the ...
For many families, tax season is a lifeline – but it’s not enough
A refundable Child Tax Credit would give CT families the breathing room to meet their most basic needs and plan for a more ...
8 common mistakes that can prompt IRS to delay or reject your tax refund
The IRS has identified eight common mistakes that can delay refunds to taxpayers or prompt rejection of their tax returns.