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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 has issued $124B in tax refunds in 2025, up 8 percent from 2024
The IRS says it has issued $124.8 billion in refunds so far in 2025, up 8 percent from the $119 billion issued last year at this time. The total number of refunds issued, number of refunds issued through direct deposit and average refund for direct deposit are also up in 2025.
Getting a tax refund? Here are the best ways to use it.
Many Americans are in line to receive a refund from the IRS this tax season. Here are the best ways to put that money to use.
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.
Americans' tax refunds larger than last year so far: IRS
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released data showing that the average tax refund check sent to taxpayers was larger than last year during the first month of tax filing season.
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.
5 Ways To Invest Your Tax Refund and Multiply Its Value
The average tax refund was $3,050 last year, per IRS data. Whether you receive more or less, try to resist the temptation to spend it. Learn More: 6 Reasons Your Tax Refund Will Be Higher in 2025
Will Government Shutdown Delay Tax Return Payments? What to Know
A potential government shutdown could delay tax return processing and refunds, affecting taxpayers nationwide.
More than $1 billion is ready to be claimed by those who did not file a 2021 tax return
April 15 is the drop dead date for filing a 2021 federal income tax return, if you haven't done so. The IRS says many are ...
400K N.J. retirees can now use this free tax return service
The state also boasted the savings taxpayers will reap by using the free service, which it said the IRS estimates to be worth ...
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 ...
When is the last day to file taxes? See 2025 tax deadline, how to track your refund
The deadline to file taxes is Tuesday, April 15, 2025. If April 15 falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, Tax Day is the next business day.Americans residing overseas have an extended deadline ...
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How Long Should You Keep Tax Return Records?
The IRS recommends keeping tax records for three years; six years if income was underreported and seven years for bad debt ...
On Your Side: Wise ways to spend tax refund
Another wise way to spend your refund is to donate it. Find a good charity with causes you support and give back to your ...
Why haven’t I received my refund? Here’s what could be delaying federal and PA tax refund
There could be several reasons why you haven't yet received your tax refund from the IRS. Here are the most common, and how you can check the status.