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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.
File Your Tax Return for Free: What to Know About the IRS Free File Program and Its Limitations
With the 2025 tax season underway, the IRS Free File partnership could be just what you need to get your taxes done with ease and for $0.
Tax season 2025: How IRS layoffs could affect your tax return and refund
The Trump administration’s changes to the federal government could alter the tax filing process for this year’s reporting period and beyond. Reports indicate the Department of Government Efficiency has taken a long look at the IRS,
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.
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.
Tax refunds are larger in 2025. Here's why
Through February 2025, the average tax refund was $3,182. That's a 6.3% increase from the same period in 2024.

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As Tax Season Nears Halfway Point, IRS Data Shows Taxpayers Still Not Rushing To File
IRS data from the fifth week of the tax filing season—the week ending February 28, 2025—continues to suggest that taxpayers ...
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 ...
A government program made tax filing free and more efficient. Musk and DOGE may get rid of it anyway.
Despite its growing popularity with members of the American public, the IRS Direct File’s fate remains unclear.
President Trump is slashing funds to US government services like the IRS — here’s why this tax season could be 'extremely risky' for Americans
President Donald Trump — looking to slash funding of government agencies — ordered a hiring freeze on federal civilian ...
2025 tax season off to slow start amid federal layoffs, hiring freeze. Will refunds be affected? What to know
The 2025 tax season is in full swing, but the IRS is seeing fewer returns so far. Here's some things that could be causing it.
How Mass Layoffs at the IRS Will Affect Tax Season
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has fired 7,000 workers in Washington, D.C., and around the country—layoffs occurring ...
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IRS Tax Season Extension: What should you do to ask for it?
Understanding the intricacies of requesting a tax season extension from the IRS can save you from unnecessary penalties.