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

A deceased person's final tax return must still be filed for all the income they made in the year prior to their passing, and as with most things related to their affairs, the responsibility goes to whoever was named executor of their estate.

Filers with Adjusted Gross Income, known as AGI, of less than $84,000 can use IRS Free File to complete returns at no charge. Free File offers tax preparation software from eight companies and gives free online access to preparation and filing software.

As the IRS begins accepting 2024 tax returns, individuals should prepare for potential delays with certain credits, ensure all income is reported, and consider filing for an extension if necessary.

Louisiana taxpayers can begin submitting their 2024 state income tax returns beginning Wednesday, Jan. 29. Taxpayers who file electronically can expect to receive refunds within four weeks of submission, while refunds submitted by paper through the mail can take up to eight weeks.

When will I receive my refund? If you file your tax return electronically, the IRS says it should take 21 days or less to receive your refund. If you choose to receive your refund with direct deposit,