The IRS claims you should receive your tax refund 3 weeks after filing your tax return, but here's how to figure out exactly ...

Most commercial tax-prep companies have free tiers. H&R Block is one of the most popular and has an easy-to-navigate ...

You can apply for First Time Abate relief by calling the IRS, sending a written statement or filing Form 843, Claim for Refund and Request for Abatement. If your penalty is removed, the IRS also ...

The 2026 tax filing season has begun, with average refunds expected to be about $3,167 and potentially higher for some households. Filing electronically and using direct deposit is the fastest way to ...

Millions of people are at risk of the government’s seizing their refunds to pay what is owed on student loans.

Contributions from friends, family members, and others will be capped annually at $5,000. Employers can contribute up to ...

The 2025-2026 tax season begins on Monday, Jan. 26, and the filing deadline is Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Important documents for filing may include forms like W-2, 1099-NEC for freelance work, and ...

Tax season has a way of sneaking up on people. One day it’s football season, the next you’re digging through drawers for W-2s and wondering how long you really have before the IRS wants its paperwork.

What is a tax ID number? It's a unique nine-digit number issued by the Social Security Administration or the IRS to anyone ...

The IRS shut down its direct filing program for 2026, but some tools remain—if you know where to look. Here’s how to navigate ...

This season, Americans will have one fewer free option to use when filing their 2025 income taxes. Direct File, launched during former President Joe Biden’s term, was meant to simplify federal tax ...

The IRS will open the 2026 tax season in just a few days, but you could be wasting money by paying to file your 2025 income tax returns. According to personal finance resource NerdWallet, roughly 70% ...