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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
This is the fastest way to get your tax refund, per the IRS, and how soon to expect it
The IRS expects more than 140 million individual tax returns for tax year 2024. Here's how to make your filing and refund go smoothly.
Where’s My Refund? IRS tips for faster returns
The Internal Revenue Service expects 140 million people to file returns by April 15 this tax season. "The best and fastest way to get your tax refund is to have it electronically deposited for free into your financial account,
Could IRS Tax Refunds Be Delayed by Trump's Policies?
President Donald Trump's executive orders have raised concerns over potential delays in tax refunds during the 2025 filing season.
Has the IRS started sending out refunds? What to know about your tax return
Most taxpayers receive refunds and money has already started being issued. There are ways to find out information about the status of your filing.
IRS tax refunds: Why Trump’s executive orders could impact when you get your money
WASHINGTON -- Tax refunds are expected to start hitting bank accounts in the coming weeks as the Internal Revenue Service continues to process millions of returns. However, a pair of executive orders signed recently by President Donald Trump might cause some delays in getting those refunds paid out, according to Newsweek.
Could the IRS Hiring Freeze Delay Tax Refunds? What We Know
If the IRS experiences staff shortages, the ability to process returns as quickly as in previous years could be in jeopardy.
'Where is my IRS refund?' Here's what to know about tracking a refund and when it might appear
"Where is my IRS refund?" Here's what to know from the IRS about tracking a refund, when it might appear and where to have a ...
Where's my IRS refund: How to check on yours online
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Where's my refund? How Oklahomans can track their tax refund
Are you wondering when your tax return will arrive? You can check your refund status by using the IRS' "Where's My Refund?" ...
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Be Sure to Claim All Your Tax Credits to Get the Largest Tax Refund Possible
Nonrefundable tax credits can only be used against taxes that you owe -- once your tax bill hits $0, you don't get the ...
Shady tax scams circulating on social media could bring big penalties, delayed refunds
Bad tax information on social media, aggressive marketing tactics, and "ghost" tax preparers can create huge headaches with ...