Tax season has begun: Here's how to get the most back on your return
Monday is the official start of tax season, which means it's the first day the Internal Revenue Service will begin accepting tax returns.
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Monday is the official start of tax season, which means it's the first day the Internal Revenue Service will begin accepting tax returns.
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.
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.
Monday is the first day to file your tax return, and there are several tips that will help you get your refund check faster.
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