It's Tax Day. Here's how big the average tax refund is in 2026.

Americans are receiving larger tax refunds this year due to the 2025 "big, beautiful bill," which enacted new tax deductions.

• Apr 15

How to request a tax extension from the IRS

Filing a tax extension is easy. But it's important to know what you're getting into, including what to do if you owe money to the IRS.

• Apr 15, 2025

IRS tells taxpayers in more than 20 states to wait to file

Tax agency said it is trying to determine whether tax rebates, issued in many states last year, count as income.

• Feb 10, 2023

Californians set for up to $1,050 in "inflation relief" checks

Californians are grappling with the the highest fuel costs in the U.S., with an average price of $6.27 a gallon.

• Jul 1, 2022

IRS reaches milestone in reducing backlog, but report shows hurdles remain

Officials warn millions of paper returns received in 2022 have not yet been processed, despite the agency's progress in reducing the backlog from last year.

• Jun 22, 2022

Tax Refunds: IRS Delays Hold Up Money For Millions Of 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.

• Jul 30, 2021

Be Smart: Use Your Tax Refund Wisely

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.

• Apr 1, 2016

Lamps Plus Inadvertently Releases Employee Information To 'Unknown Criminal'

Imagine going to file your taxes only to find out it's already been done and your refund is gone?

• Mar 23, 2016

Bank Robber Sentenced To Time Served For Stealing Irvine Billionaire's $1.4M Tax Refund

A convicted bank robber was sentenced to time served, restitution and supervised release for stealing a nearly $1.4 million tax refund check from billionaire Irvine Co. Chairman Donald Bren.

• Apr 6, 2015

Judge Seals Sentencing Of Bank Robber Charged With Stealing Irvine Co. Chairman's $1.4M Tax Refund

A convicted bank robber who stole the identity of Irvine Co. Chairman Donald Bren and cashed most of a nearly $1.4 million tax refund check made out to the billionaire faces prison time when he is sentenced Monday.

• Mar 23, 2015

Invest That Tax Refund In Yourself

What is your largest asset? It's your ability to earn a living!

• Mar 25, 2014

Dozens Held, Sought For Massive ID Theft Schemes

Federal officials say 22 people were arrested Thursday in Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas and Maryland and others are being sought.

• Sep 26, 2013

How To Spend Your Tax Refund

The best part of paying your taxes is probably getting your refund check.

• Apr 10, 2013

Campaign Launches for Income Tax Help

A new campaign is aiming to help low-and-moderate-income families take advantage of a tax credit of up to $5,666.

• Feb 3, 2011