IRS, refund and tax filing

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.
Exact date of when your IRS refund will arrive, based on your return
Anticipation of a potential IRS tax refund is always good news. Find out when yours arrives based on the date you filed your return.
Tax season 2025: How IRS layoffs could affect your tax return and refund
Here's everything to know about tax season and how the Trump administration's likely next moves will affect it.
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.
How The IRS Layoffs Could Affect Your Tax Refund
The recent Internal Revenue Service layoffs could delay or cause mistakes in taxpayers' refunds, but filing your taxes soon, correctly and electronically could prevent these issues
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.
Will Government Shutdown Delay Tax Return Payments? What to Know
A potential government shutdown could delay tax return processing and refunds, affecting taxpayers nationwide.
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Here’s When You Can Expect Your IRS Tax Refund and How You Can Track It
The 2025 tax return filing season began on Jan. 27, so it’s only natural that people are thinking about potential refunds. An update from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) shared that by Jan ...
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How to check the status of your tax refund
The IRS expects to receive more than 140 million individual tax returns for tax year 2024 ahead of the Apr. 15, 2025, federal deadline. Almost 80% of filers expect to receive a refund this ...
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Here's why you may get a bigger tax refund this year
One positive outcome of the inflation we've experienced ... How long does it take to get a tax refund? The IRS states that most refunds are processed within 21 days if filed electronically and ...
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The differences between substitute and amended Tax Returns
Navigating the complexities of tax returns can be daunting, especially when it comes to making corrections. Understanding the ...
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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Can't wait for the biggest payday of the year? Tips to get your tax refund faster.
If you're feeling squeezed for cash and you're due a tax refund, the IRS has good news for you. First, the average refund so far this year is 38% bigger than last year and second, most people ...