Early tax refunds arriving now, but IRS saw far fewer returns filed in first week
IRS processed 15.8% fewer income tax returns in the first week of the 2025 tax season than it did a year ago. Why? What does that mean for refunds?
IRS tax refunds: Trump’s executive orders may delay when you get your money; what to know
The IRS expects over 140 million individual tax returns for tax year 2024 to be filed between Jan. 27 and Apr. 15, meaning if delays do occur, millions could be impacted.
Was IRS Direct File 'deleted'? How to file taxes for free in 2025
Tax season can be stressful from gathering all the required documents to finding a trusted place to file. Here are some options for filing for free.
Tax Season 2025: Here Are the IRS' First Stats on Returns Filed and Refunds Issued
On Friday, the IRS released initial statistics comparing the end of January 2025 with early February 2024. As of Feb. 7, 2025, the IRS has processed 11.7 million federal income tax returns, down by 15.8% from the 13.9 million it processed in early February of last year.
The IRS has issued 3.2 million tax refunds this year. Here's the average payment
The IRS has issued 3.2 million refunds for the 2025 filing season so far. As of Jan. 31, the average refund amount was $1,928, which covers the first four days of the filing season. The agency sends most refunds in less than 21 days. You can check the status via "Where's My Refund?" on IRS.gov.
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:
Dude, where’s my refund? Here’s when you should receive your tax refund from the IRS
Most taxpayers can expect to receive their refund in a matter of weeks. We’ll show you how you can check up on the status of your tax refund.
Where's My Refund? How To Check Tax Return Latest
Many American taxpayers are likely to be eagerly awaiting their tax refunds by this time of the year, when reimbursements are made by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for any excess amount paid to the federal government.
Where's my IRS refund: How to check on yours online
And if you anticipate getting a hefty refund back, it may behoove you to get that process started now so you can keep an eye on that check or direct deposit before it gets to you. Yes, individuals who file both online and in-person can use the IRS' website to track the status of their tax refund.
Where's my IRS refund? Here's what to know about filing and when you'll get your tax refund
Here's when the last day to file taxes is, what documents you'll need, new forms for the 2024-25 tax season and how to track your tax refund.
Tips to get an IRS refund as soon as possible
The 2025 tax season in the United States kicked off on January 27, with the IRS ready to accept returns. While most refunds are processed within 21 days, several factors can lead to delays.
As Tax Filing Season Kicks Off, Early Data Suggests A Slow Start
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Can I still use Direct File to file my taxes? Elon Musk social post causes confusion
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Did DOGE really ‘delete’ the tech division that helped create the IRS Direct File free tax filing service?
Elon Musk, head of the chaos-causing Department of Government Efficiency, made an assertion this week that raised questions in some people’s minds about the status of the IRS Direct File program. That ...
Student Loan Tax Deduction: What to Know for 2024 Tax Filing
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8 common mistakes to avoid when filing your taxes
“The most common mistake that you’ll see is that a taxpayer will go to an accountant or go to do their taxes through a ...