As tax season unfolds in 2025, taxpayers are experiencing unexpected delays in their refunds. With 7.7% fewer returns received by the IRS, several factors are contributing to this slowdown.

As the 2025 tax season unfolds, understanding the IRS refund schedule and factors affecting payment timelines is crucial for effective financial planning. Learn how to expedite your refund and navigate potential delays.

Kaercher says that risks to the filing season could include delayed tax refunds, inability to answer as many phone calls or help lines, and “there’s a question of whether they retained the right people in house” to quickly solve technical issues should they arise during tax season.

A new report suggests federal income tax refunds in 2025 could be among the highest in recent years. The report released by Oxford Economics on Monday said that it would be a “favorable” season for taxpayers,

Early results from the IRS indicate that 7.7% fewer tax returns were filed in the first two weeks of the 2025 season. Why are some delaying filing?

If your tax refund is less than anticipated, you're not alone. Many taxpayers are discovering that the final deposit in their bank accounts is lower than expected, often due to a series of hidden charges deducted before the money reaches you.

The IRS issued a reminder this week to taxpayers that agency has a "Where's My Refund?" tool to make the tracking process easy.

The 2025 tax season has commenced with a slower start than anticipated, yet tax refunds are steadily reaching taxpayers.

The Internal Revenue Service is alerting taxpayers about an increase in scams targeting individuals during the 2025 filing season. The IRS is urging taxpayers to be cautious and aware of the various fraud schemes circulating this year.