Surging U.S. gas prices could erase bigger tax refunds, analysis finds
Stanford economists estimate that the typical U.S. household will spend an additional $740 on gas this year because of the jump in global oil prices.
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Stanford economists estimate that the typical U.S. household will spend an additional $740 on gas this year because of the jump in global oil prices.
If you buy gas, and use the Mass Pike, you can get money back from Massachusetts. It's a law that almost no one knows about, but cashing in is mentally taxing.
New deduction allows taxpayers to deduct up to $10,000 on interest they paid to buy a new American-made vehicle in 2025.
Millions of Americans filed their taxes during the last two weeks of this year's tax season. Here's how to find out when you'll get your refund.
Monday is the official start of tax season, which means it's the first day the Internal Revenue Service will begin accepting tax returns.
Taxpayers saw their tax refunds shrink last year due to the expiration of pandemic benefits. But some people may get a boost in 2024.
Millions of Americans wait until the last minute to file their taxes. Most will have a short wait to get their checks from the agency.
If you're trying to figure out when your refund is landing, some steps are a giant waste of time, the IRS says.
Many tax benefits instituted during the pandemic have lapsed, which means some people could see smaller refunds.
Tax experts and the IRS itself have warned about smaller refund checks this year due to expiring pandemic aid.
The IRS is trying to determine whether tax rebates, issued in Massachusetts and many other states last year, count as income.
Tax agency cautions Americans not to expect to receive refunds by specific date to pay bills or make big purchases.
The refund rollout is leaving some Massachusetts taxpayers wondering where their checks are.
WBZ TV's Paula Ebben reports.
The state auditor has cleared the way for nearly $3 billion to be returned to Massachusetts taxpayers using an obscure law.
A sweeping economic bill, which included a $1 billion refund for Massachusetts taxpayers, is shelved. WBZ-TV's Louisa Moller reports.
A major economic development bill is on hold as lawmakers assess an obscure law that could send billions back to Massachusetts taxpayers.
While the IRS sent out two stimulus checks and updated the Child Tax Credit this year, it's falling short of its core mission of servicing American taxpayers.
You've got a hefty check headed your way, thanks to your tax refund. Don't spend it just anywhere. Instead, here are five smarter ways to use your refund money.
Experiences are more important than owning a closet full of things.
Add value to your home and enhance your lifestyle at the same time by investing your refund in your home.
Consider taking that refund and investing it in your future.
I know there is nothing exciting about this suggestion, but I do know that getting out of credit card debt is a very good thing!
A refund is not a windfall! Too many treat it as such. It is a return of your money.
Things don't make us happy, experiences do!
Hopkinton, Massachusetts police are investigating video of a "suspicious" person walking into the middle of a road at night in front of a car.
The Boston Fleet announced on Thursday the hiring of Francois Methot as their head coach.
The lawsuit filed by Karen Read against Massachusetts State Police and Canton Police allegedly revealed a long history of disturbing texts.
Jay Leno is auctioning off a tour of his famous garage to benefit a UMass Lowell scholarship.
Karen Read has filed a lawsuit against the Massachusetts State Police and Canton Police Department, alleging "a culture of bias and corruption."
The lawsuit filed by Karen Read against State Police and Canton Police allegedly revealed a long history of disturbing texts.
Karen Read has filed a lawsuit against State Police and Canton Police, alleging "a culture of bias and corruption."
Officer Nicholas O'Malley pleaded not guilty Thursday to a voluntary manslaughter charge following a deadly shooting in Roxbury last spring.
Hopkinton, Massachusetts police are investigating video of a "suspicious" person walking into the middle of a road at night in front of a car.
Jay Leno is auctioning off a tour of his famous garage to benefit a UMass Lowell scholarship.
Many people fear that a family history of dementia dooms them to inevitably suffer the condition themselves. But a new tool, the Brain Care Score, shows how lifestyle changes can be beneficial, cutting the risk of dementia.
There was a possible measles exposure at Logan Airport in Boston last week, Massachusetts health officials say.
A new study finds that a simple blood test could predict Alzheimer's disease long before symptoms appear.
The Lone Star tick, which can cause alpha-gal syndrome, is spreading north throughout Massachusetts.
Boston's cold and snowy winter might have an effect on this year's pollen allergy season.
A driver from Southboro, Massachusetts struggled for months to unravel a frustrating mix up with his E-ZPass account.
The gunman who allegedly opened fire on passing cars on Memorial Drive in Cambridge, Massachusetts is 46-year-old Tyler Brown from Boston.
There have been four violent attacks in three weeks at Tewksbury Hospital and a state representative is taking the fight to Beacon Hill to give security the non-lethal equipment back.
A family is demanding answers from the Gloucester, Massachusetts school district, after learning their five-year-old son was left alone in a quiet room for nearly half an hour.
A nurse says the decision is leaving the staff and patients at Tewksbury Hospital vulnerable to serious injury.
Barney Frank, a Democrat who represented Massachusetts in Congress for 32 years, has died. He was 86 years old.
Both the Trump and Healey administrations are using government websites to blame each other for the shutdown.
Which party stands to take more of the blame from voters for the government shutdown? Here's what a new poll says.
A UNH Survey Center/Granite State poll shows John Sununu crushing Scott Brown by 23 points among likely primary voters in New Hampshire.
Seth Moulton said he's running against Sen. Ed Markey because "our party leaders are clinging to that old playbook."
An Amazon employee is accused of stealing hundreds of items from a warehouse in Bridgewater, Massachusetts.
Clover Food Lab, which has about a dozen vegetarian fast-food restaurants in the Boston area, is closing.
A proposed bill would push back "last call" so Massachusetts bars could stay open until 3 a.m. for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Dover Saddlery is closing its Wellesley, Massachusetts store and preparing for more than 100 layoffs.
The "dirty soda" trend is coming to drive-thrus all over Massachusetts as Dunkin' is now serving up its own version of the viral drink.
Built and operated entirely by volunteers, Waushakum Live Steamers brings miniature steam railroading to life on a full-scale landscape.
A Newburyport native, multitalented author, potter, and chef, Dave Becker opened his first restaurant at just 24 years old.
With routes that wind past rugged islands, historic lighthouses, and abundant marine life, Cap'n Fish's Cruises offers a classic way to experience Maine's midcoast by sea.
With over four decades dedicated to the art of bonsai, Bonsai West is one of New England's premier destinations for this living tradition.
New England's largest and oldest Renaissance festival, King Richard's Faire, is a celebration of music, theater, and history.
The Boston Fleet announced on Thursday the hiring of Francois Methot as their head coach.
Wilyer Abreu hit a two-run homer, Payton Tolle pitched six scoreless innings and the Red Sox beat the Orioles 8-1 on Wednesday.
Pete Alonso hit a two-run homer and Shane Baz pitched seven solid innings as the Baltimore Orioles beat the Boston Red Sox 4-2 on Tuesday night.
Freshly acquired New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown was all smiles Tuesday after his first practice with his new team.
New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel said newly acquired wide receiver A.J. Brown has passed his physical and is "ready to go."
Hopkinton, Massachusetts police are investigating video of a "suspicious" person walking into the middle of a road at night in front of a car.
A Boston man says he's lucky to be alive after jumping into the Charles River to save his dog.
Little Joe the gorilla is leaving Boston after decades at the Franklin Park Zoo.
There's been another sighting of an unusual killer whale named Old Thom in the waters off Massachusetts.
A soccer coach in Ludlow, Massachusetts plans to pay it forward after winning big on a lottery scratch ticket.