2026 Guide: When to Worry if Your Tax Refund Is Delayed

Here are some reasons your tax refund may take a while to receive this year – and tips for what you can do if yours is late.
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The IRS is phasing out paper tax refund checks. Here’s how it could affect you

The IRS announced today that paper tax refund checks will be phased out starting this month for individual taxpayers.Related video above: Are you eligible for Trump's tax relief on tips, overtime and ...
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How to file a paper tax return in 2026 if you prefer the old-fashioned method

IRS paper tax return rules: Even though most people now file taxes online, some taxpayers still prefer the traditional method of mailing a paper return. As per the recent IRS data, the average tax ...

Here's What Happens at the IRS After You File Your Taxes

It generally takes about 21 days after filing your return electronically to receive your refund, and it can take six to eight ...
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Tax refunds could be up. When will the IRS accept returns in 2026?

The IRS will no longer be issuing tax refunds by paper check to most individual taxpayers who file 2025 tax returns. In 2025, the IRS kicked off the tax season on Monday Jan. 27 when the agency began ...

When are taxes due?

Alaska, Florida, Nevada, New Hampshire, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington and Wyoming don't collect state income ...