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

IRS says California, most state tax rebates aren't taxable income

The tax agency had previously asked taxpayers in those states to hold off on filing their returns until the issue was resolved.

• Feb 10, 2023

Why some Americans may get a smaller tax refund this year

"A lot of people will get their refunds and they won't get as much as anticipated," one expert said as tax season kicks off.

• Jan 23, 2023

Here's when you can start filing your taxes this year

Nation's tax collector says it has improved telephone service from last year, when just 1 in 10 calls were answered.

• Jan 12, 2023

IRS says it sent 12 million refunds for jobless aid glitch

The tax agency said it just finished sending the refunds to workers who paid tax on unemployment benefits that they didn't owe.

• Jan 9, 2023

Here's how likely millionaires are to be audited by the IRS

Although IRS critics raise concerns about onerous enforcement, high-income earners have little to fear, group finds.

• Jan 4, 2023

Here's how inflation will soon impact your tax bracket

Some of the biggest changes in at least a decade are in store as the tax agency raises the income thresholds for tax rates.

• Sep 19, 2022

IRS to refund 1.6M people who missed tax deadlines during pandemic

Tax agency will forgo some late fees for people who were affected by health crisis, with average refund of $750.

• Sep 12, 2022

New tax credits for EVs look generous — but they're complicated

While many EVs qualify for tax credits under inflation bill, no cars sold today likely would get the full $7,500 rebate.

• Aug 11, 2022

7 money-savvy ways to spend your tax refund

With this year's average tax refund running around $3,100, here's how to use that money to meet your financial goals.

• Apr 29, 2022

Haven't filed taxes? Here's the penalty for late returns

Millions of Americans file returns after the Tax Day deadline. If you're in that group, here's what determines how much you'll owe.

• Apr 20, 2022

Taxes 2022: Here's how to get an extension from the IRS

As of April 9, some 50 million Americans had yet to file their returns. Here's what to do if you need more time.

• Apr 18, 2022

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.

• Apr 15, 2022

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.

• Apr 14, 2022

Bought crypto or NFTs? Here's what to know for tax season

Investors should keep track of their crypto and NFT transactions for tax purposes, though there are exceptions.

• Apr 13, 2022

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.

• Apr 12, 2022

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.

• Apr 8, 2022

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.

• Mar 31, 2022

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.

• Mar 28, 2022

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.

• Mar 17, 2022

These states may soon slash their residents' income taxes

States are cutting taxes amid booming revenue. "You can't have your cake and eat it too, but we kind of are this year," one governor said.

• Mar 15, 2022

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.

• Mar 10, 2022

Millions of Americans could get tax refunds starting March 1

Taxpayers who claimed one of two tax credits are expected to get their refunds beginning this week, the IRS said.

• Mar 1, 2022

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.

• Feb 25, 2022

Americans are worried about smaller refunds — for good reason

The average refund so far in 2022 is about $2,300, down from last year's typical refund of $2,800.

• Feb 25, 2022

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