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How IRS Tax Refunds Will Be Impacted by Mass Layoffs
The layoffs, which have been directed by the so-called Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by billionaire and "special government employee" Elon Musk, have sparked concerns among experts who fear that the IRS won't be able to process Americans' tax refunds as quickly as usual this year.
Lost your refund check? How to get a new one, check your tax refund status with IRS tracker
Your IRS tax refund check could be on the way. Here's how to track it online, and what to do if you lose your refund check.
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 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.
Number of IRS tax refunds increases this year
In 2025, the IRS has issued over $124 billion in tax refunds, marking an 8.1% increase from the previous year. This surge in refunds comes despite fewer tax returns being filed, attributed to inflation adjustments and new deductions.
IRS Issues Advise on How Millions Can File Tax Returns for Free
Direct File is a web-based service that allows taxpayers to submit simple returns directly with the government agency completely free of charge, eliminating 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 ...
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 ...
IRS Direct File: Musk's DOGE Could Cut the Free Tax Filing Program
With the tax deadline fast approaching, the future of the IRS Direct File program—a free tax filing service—remains uncertain ...
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 ...
US IRS pauses modernization investments to evaluate AI technology
The U.S. Internal Revenue Service is taking a "strategic pause" in its technology modernization investments to re-evaluate ...
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Taxpayer Assistance and Service Act – Tax Controversy Perspective
On January 30, 2025, a bipartisan group of US Senators released a discussion draft of the Taxpayer Assistance and Service Act (“TAS Act”), ...
Top lawyer at IRS removed amid DOGE push for taxpayer information: Sources
Acting IRS chief counsel William Paul is set to be demoted to his previous role, and replaced by Andrew De Mello, another IRS ...
Tax Relief Services: Your Guide to Financial Stability
Discover top-rated tax relief services to help you resolve tax issues, reduce debt, and avoid penalties. Learn how ...