The new tax breaks come with restrictions that many tax filers likely won't expect and definitely won't understand without taking time to review them. Start the day smarter. Get all the news you need ...

For those filing for the first time, tax season often sparks anxiety, which can lead to procrastination, but experts say it’s best to start early.

Taxpayers could be stretched to new limits in 2026 as complicated new tax breaks kick into place on 2025 federal income tax returns.

With tax season well underway, early data on the average tax refund shows that Americans are receiving about one-third less than they did a year earlier. The average refund check in 2025 stood at ...

Taxpayers can check the status of their federal and tax refunds through the IRS website. The IRS issues refunds within 21 days of an electronically filed tax return, but paper returns may take longer.