IRS, 2025 tax season

IRS Tax Filing Could Be Upended For Millions of Americans: What To Know
The Direct File program was launched to benefit over 30 million taxpayers and prompted a backlash from commercial tax prep firms who lobbied against it. If ended, taxpayers from eligible states could be forced to go private if they are above a certain income threshold.
Trump, at least for now, has not terminated Direct File, the free IRS tax filing system
In early February 2025, claims emerged that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) led by Elon Musk, had terminated, or planned to terminate, a program — Direct File — run by the IRS that allows (some) citizens to file individual tax returns for free:
Some IRS employees told they can’t take federal buyout until after tax filing deadline
IRS employees involved in the 2025 tax season will not be allowed to accept a buyout offer from the Trump administration until after the taxpayer filing deadline.
Tax season: How to avoid scams and how the IRS is making filing easier with new tools
The tax filing season kicked off on Jan 27, with the Internal Revenue Service accepting returns. Taxpayers could face problems from scammers.
Could Trump's IRS policies harm tax filing season and delay your refund?
It’s the time of year that everyone enjoys least: tax filing season. But, adding to this year’s anxieties are Donald Trump’s executive orders targeting various federal agencies, and the potential effect on taxpayer returns.
IRS: Some employees can’t take buyout until after filing deadline
A letter sent to Internal Revenue Service (IRS) employees said those involved in the 2025 tax season won’t be able to accept the buyout President Trump offered federal employees until after the taxpayer filing deadline.
IRS workers involved in 2025 tax season can't take buyout until after the taxpayer filing deadline
IRS employees involved in the 2025 tax season will not be allowed to accept a buyout offer from the Trump administration until after the taxpayer filing deadline, according to a letter sent Wednesday to IRS employees.
This is the fastest way to get your tax refund, per the IRS, and how soon to expect it
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Did DOGE really ‘delete’ the tech division that helped create the IRS Direct File free tax filing service?
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IRS Direct File: What you need to know now
The IRS Direct File program, which lets you prepare and file your federal return for free, is still up and running, for now.
Shady tax scams circulating on social media could bring big penalties, delayed refunds
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Tax tips for 2025: File early, protect against tax-filing fraud, get your tax credits
Dominguez’s recommendations come in a tax year when there are a few changes in tax law, plus a refinement of the IRS program ...
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IRS prepares fines for errors in tax returns
Navigating the complexities of tax filing can be daunting, but understanding the potential pitfalls can save you from hefty ...
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Everything you need to know about the IRS 1099-K form
Navigating the complexities of tax reporting can be daunting, especially for freelancers and those with side hustles. The ...