Americans rush to file taxes ahead of deadline
As the deadline to file taxes approaches, the IRS continues to deal with a massive backlog and staffing shortages. Debra Alfarone reports.
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IRS deals with major backlog ahead of Tax Day
The IRS is still working through a massive backlog of last year's tax returns, which could delay refunds for some this year. Paper returns have put a strain on processors. Scott MacFarlane takes a look.
Tax season deadline approaches
Monday is the deadline for most Americans to file their 2021 tax returns. CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Michelle Miller sit down with Dorothy A. Brown, an author and law professor at the Emory University School of Law, to break down some tips taxpayers should know before tax season comes to an end.
IRS faces backlog of unprocessed tax returns, staffing shortages
The IRS estimates that more than 3 million tax returns are still being processed from 2021.
One final tax weekend
The IRS is feeling the effects of this weekend's final tax push. The agency is experiencing staff shortages and backlogs, which could hold up refund checks. Scott MacFarlane has the story.
How to get a tax filing extension
For the past two years, the IRS has extended the tax filing deadline because of the COVID-19 pandemic — giving Americans extra time to wrap up their returns. But taxpayers who want an extension in 2022 have to request it themselves. Here's how.
Last-minute tax moves that can put money in your pocket
As the April 18 tax filing deadline nears, here are some tips for reducing what you owe or landing a bigger refund.
Worried about an IRS audit? Here's how to avoid getting flagged
Experts say there are a number of things people can do to lower the chance of getting audited by the IRS.
Tax changes to know about for 2022
There are only a few days left to gather your paperwork to file your 2021 taxes ahead of the deadline Monday, April 18, 2022. Professor Dorothy A. Brown, a tax law expert and author of "The Whiteness of Wealth: How the Tax System Impoverishes Black Americans - and How We Can Fix It," joined Lana Zak to talk about taking some of the pain out of the process.
What's my tax rate? Here are the income brackets for 2022.
Depending on how much you earned last year, you may pay taxes at different rates. Here's how to find out where you fall.
Here's who may still be eligible for stimulus checks
Some Americans may still be waiting for their third federal stimulus check, according to the Treasury Department.
IRS has $1.5 billion in unclaimed refunds — here's how to file a claim
A three-year window to claim the money is about to close. After that, the refunds become the property of U.S. Treasury.
Some tax refunds may be delayed this year. Here's why.
The IRS is facing staff shortages and backlogs of returns — on top of recently changed tax laws that make processing returns harder.
I-D thieves socking victims with tax bills for money the crooks make
They tell the IRS their victims are the ones who got the income and hence, have the tax tab.
IRS says it needs more money to investigate financial crimes
The IRS criminal investigation unit is tasked with rooting out financial crimes – from Russian oligarchs attempting to evade sanctions to tax fraud – in an ever-developing global financial system.
IRS aims to resolve massive backlog by end of year
Millions of people are waiting for the IRS to process returns from past tax filing seasons — and send their refunds.
IRS announces plan to hire 5,000 workers — No experience needed
The tax agency says it wants to hire thousands of workers on the spot at hiring events on March 16, 23 and 30.
The poor are 5 times as likely to get audited, study finds
Taxpayers who earn less than $25,000 are far more likely to get audited by the IRS than wealthier people.
Here's how long it will take to get your tax refund in 2022
The IRS already faces a huge backlog of unprocessed returns, creating challenges as the new tax season begins.
The $8,000 child tax credit that parents may not know about
The American Rescue Plan gave a one-year boost to a tax credit aimed at helping parents who pay for child care.
ID.me says users can delete selfies following IRS backlash
The tax agency reversed a plan to use face recognition after lawmaker and taxpayers raised concerns about breaches.
How to claim child credit money on your taxes this year
Although the enhanced payments ended in December, families who didn't get their money last year can still claim it.
File a tax return to get the rest of the Child Tax Credit, officials say
Families who received monthly payments in the second half of last year can still get up to $1,800 for children younger than 6 and $1,500 for children ages 6 to 17 as part of their refund.
Tight hiring market could affect tax season as IRS looks for help
The agency's Taxpayer Advocate said to avoid delays, people should triple-check for errors, file electronically and use direct deposit for refunds.
Taxes and America's racial wealth gap
Many financial experts say the U.S. tax code is contributing to the persistent racial wealth gap in the country. Emory University law professor Dorothy A. Brown joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Tony Dokoupil to discuss how tax law impacts Black families differently.
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