Tax filing season is officially underway and taxpayers should be on the lookout for W-2 and 1099 forms, among other tax-related documents to ensure they have them before filing.

Taxpayers will receive a 1099-K from payment card companies, payment apps and online marketplaces when transactions during 2024 was more than $5,000.

Direct File allows some taxpayers to file their returns online directly with the IRS for no cost and is available to about half the country.

Tax season is officially underway. Here’s what you need to know about filing your return and tracking your refund from the IRS.

And the potential loss of expertise in information technology and cybersecurity could put both agency efficiency and taxpayer information at risk.