IRS, tax refund and filing season

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.
How Mass Layoffs at the IRS Will Affect Tax Season
Kaercher says that risks to the filing season could include delayed tax refunds, inability to answer as many phone calls or help lines, and “there’s a question of whether they retained the right people in house” to quickly solve technical issues should they arise during tax season.
What is the impact of IRS cuts on tax season?
Last week, the IRS was expected to start laying off more than 6,000 employees. Prior to Oval Office showdown with Zelensky, US Cyber Command halted operations against Russia, report says
Tax refunds are flowing, but IRS is seeing fewer early returns filed so far this season
Early results from the IRS indicate that 7.7% fewer tax returns were filed in the first two weeks of the 2025 season. Why are some delaying filing?
TAX SEASON | How to use the IRS 'Where's My Refund?' tool
The IRS issued a reminder this week to taxpayers that agency has a "Where's My Refund?" tool to make the tracking process easy.
IRS refunds are 32% lower on average so far this tax season
Tax refunds in 2025 are currently running 32% lower than they were a year ago. That gap is expected to close in the coming weeks, though, as returns claiming the Earned Income Tax Credit or the Additional Child Tax Credit begin to be processed.
IRS warns of potential tax scams during 2025 filing season
The Internal Revenue Service is alerting taxpayers about an increase in scams targeting individuals during the 2025 filing season. The IRS is urging taxpayers to be cautious and aware of the various fraud schemes circulating this year.
New IRS disclosure requirements affect tax filings for manufacturers
IRS changes to R&D tax credits affect manufacturers. Learn about updates to Form 6765, disclosure rules, and possible legislative changes.
Why IRS tax refunds could be more in 2025 with 140 million expected to file by April 15
A new report suggests federal income tax refunds in 2025 could be among the highest in recent years. The report released by Oxford Economics on Monday said that it would be a “favorable” season for taxpayers,
How much money can you expect from the IRS refund this 2025?
The 2025 tax season has commenced with a slower start than anticipated, yet tax refunds are steadily reaching taxpayers.
IRS Warns Americans of 'Dirty Dozen' Tax Season Scams
The IRS has released its annual Dirty Dozen list for 2025, warning taxpayers, businesses, and tax professionals about common ...
As tax season looms and layoffs are threatened, the IRS acting commissioner is reportedly stepping down, too
The Wall Street Journal reports acting IRS commissioner Douglas O’Donnell will announce his retirement this week. He has been ...