To check the status of your refund, use the " Where's My Refund?" tools for federal tax refunds or go to the IRS2Go app. Information is updated once a day, overnight. Social Security number or ...

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The nationwide tax filing deadline is just one day away on Tuesday, April 15. If you've left your filing to the last minute and need a refresher, Newsweek has broken down everything you need to know ...

2026 federal tax season starts as IRS accepts 2025 returns with Form 1040.

Filing your federal tax return to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) starts with having the right forms in hand. Whether you choose to e-file or submit a paper return, being well-prepared is essential ...

When it comes to their federal income tax returns, tens of millions of US households pay for tax preparation and filing. Yet many might qualify to do so for free through IRS-approved programs.

Ready to mail your third-quarter estimated tax payment? Mailing addresses for some Forms 1040-ES have changed. Here’s what you need to know about estimated tax payments—and where to mail them. With ...

Whether you’re hoping to file your tax return by the imminent tax deadline or planning to file a tax extension so you can complete your return at your leisure, now is the time to gather paper or ...

A new tax deduction for tip income is available for 2025 federal income tax returns. Learn the new form to file, who ...

For some people, tax refunds could turn out to be much bigger in 2026 than expected after dramatic changes in key tax rules hit 2025 federal income tax returns. But the upcoming tax season likely will ...