IRS, tax and refunds

Average tax refunds so far in 2025 are up 7.5% but IRS still receiving fewer early returns
The IRS has issued more than 29.6 million individual income tax refunds through Feb. 21, up 2.3% from a year ago.
IRS unclaimed tax refunds: Are you still owed money in 2025? This is your last chance to get it
More than a million American taxpayers could be leaving cash on the table as the deadline to claim tax refunds from three years ago is fast approaching. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued a warning that more than a million taxpayers are still eligible to receive a share of more than $1 billion in refunds—but they need to act quickly.
How IRS Tax Refunds Will Be Impacted by Mass Layoffs
The layoffs, which have been directed by the so-called Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by billionaire and "special government employee" Elon Musk, have sparked concerns among experts who fear that the IRS won't be able to process Americans' tax refunds as quickly as usual this year.
The IRS Has Issued a Whopping $145 Billion in Tax Refunds so Far
How many tax returns has the IRS processed so far in 2025? On Friday, the IRS released statistics comparing its progress through the sixth week of tax season 2024 (ending March 8,
Lost your refund check? How to get a new one, check your tax refund status with IRS tracker
Your IRS tax refund check could be on the way. Here's how to track it online, and what to do if you lose your refund check.
IRS Gives Tax Refund Update as Over $100B Returned
A tax refund is when a reimbursement is made to a taxpayer for any excess amount paid in taxes to the federal or state government. The IRS issues billions of dolla
Here's the average tax refund for 2025 filers so far, according to IRS
The IRS said the average refund amount has increased by 7.5% this year, going from $3,213 in 2024 to $3,453 so far in 2025. The average direct deposit refund was also up by 7.1% from last year – at an average of $3,505. The IRS began accepting tax returns on January 27, 2025.
Will the government shutdown affect your IRS tax return?
As the clock ticks towards a potential government shutdown, taxpayers are left wondering how this might affect their IRS tax returns.
IRS Tax Season: Errors to avoid when submitting your return
The IRS plays a crucial role in managing tax declarations for U.S. citizens, ensuring compliance and addressing inconsistencies.
Delete’ is one of their favorite terms’: Inside DOGE’s IRS takeover ahead of tax season
As DOGE has set up shop inside the IRS over the past month, the agency has fired thousands of workers and auditors and set ...
Julie Jason: Claim Your Refund — File Your Taxes
You can’t get a credit or refund if you don’t file a claim within 3 years of filing the original return, or 2 years after ...
Beware of tax scams: IRS unveils 2025 ‘Dirty Dozen’ list as refund season gets underway
Scammers are 'relentless,' according to a new IRS alert listing the 'Dirty Dozen' tax scams. Bad social media advice triggers ...
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IRS: Common Reasons You May Request an Audit
Many taxpayers rush to file their tax returns, believing it will expedite their refunds. However, experts emphasize the ...
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IRS Warns Taxpayers To Carefully Choose Their Tax Preparer: What To Know
The IRS issued a news release urging taxpayers to be careful with their information by picking a reliable tax preparer.
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$1 Billion In Refunds Haven't Been Claimed, IRS Says: Here's Who's Eligible
More than 1.1 million Americans are owed a share of over $1 billion in unclaimed tax refunds, but time is running out to collect, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced. Taxpayers ...
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What are the tax benefits of being a parent? Here are 5 tax breaks for people raising kids
including the Child Tax Credit and the Adoption Tax Credit. Taxpayers can track their refunds using the IRS "Where's ...