IRS, tax and Refund

Will the expected IRS staff cuts delay my 2025 tax refund?
Those concerns are valid according to accountants, who are strongly advising people to file early this year, as they could encounter delays, particularly as they get closer to the filing deadline. The Internal Revenue Service began accepting tax returns on Jan. 27 and will continue to do so until April 15, unless a taxpayer asks for an extension.
How IRS firings are expected to screw up tax season
The IRS said it was firing people it deemed not "critical" to tax filing season. Employees said the cuts would affect tax returns and enforcement.
Where's My Tax Refund? IRS Timelines and How To Check
If you submit a complete and accurate paper tax return, you can expect your refund within six to eight weeks from the date the IRS receives it. For electronic returns, your refund will typically be issued in under three weeks, and even faster if you select direct deposit.
Here's how IRS layoffs could impact your tax filing and refund this season
Thousands of IRS employees are expected to lose their jobs as Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, continues cuts to federal spending.
Will the IRS layoffs affect my tax return? Here's how to check your refund status
Tennesseans may see longer process times on their 2025 tax returns after thousands IRS employees face layoffs. Here's what to know.
How The IRS Layoffs Could Affect Your Tax Refund
The recent Internal Revenue Service layoffs could delay or cause mistakes in taxpayers' refunds, but turning in their 2024 tax refunds timely, correctly, and electronically could prevent issues. As part of President Donald Trump’s mission to reduce the federal government’s expenses,
Trump officials want to rewrite tax season. Cross your fingers and file like normal, experts say.
DOGE wants access to filers’ data, and the commerce secretary says Trump wants to scrap the IRS altogether. But filing a ...
IRS Warns of 'Significant Changes' As Tax Deadline Approaches
Tax season opened on January 27, meaning taxpayers can now file and pay their tax returns with the Internal Revenue Service.
Parents could see up to $12,000 child tax refund under new bipartisan House bill
Two House Republicans and two House Democrats are teaming up on a bill that would expand the child tax credit to $6,000.
Highest council tax rise in North Lincs for years
Households in North Lincolnshire are to see the highest council tax increase in a number of years. North Lincolnshire Council ...
Advanced payment option for child tax credit gives families flexibility, officials say
But a new program could actually save families money. Friday morning, Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan highlighted the child tax ...
Net Investment Income Tax: Impact on High-Net-Worth Portfolios
When they file their returns this year, high-income taxpayers should be prepared for an additional hit. The net investment ...
Virginia lawmakers propose budget deal for tax cuts and pay boosts
Budget conferees from the Senate and House of Delegates have offered a deal that scraps some proposals from Gov. Glenn ...
What is the IRS 90-day tax rule and how does it work?
The IRS 90-day rule offers crucial protection to taxpayers, providing a clear timeline and process for disputing tax ...