IRS, income tax and filing season

How Mass Layoffs at the IRS Will Affect Tax Season
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.
IRS Warns Americans of 'Dirty Dozen' Tax Season Scams
The IRS has released its annual Dirty Dozen list for 2025, warning taxpayers, businesses, and tax professionals about common scams.
Tax refunds are flowing, but IRS is seeing fewer early returns filed so far this season
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?
IRS warns of ‘significant changes’ this tax season: What you should know before filing
Every year, the IRS outlines a number of changes that will affect taxpayers. Here's the list for the 2024 tax season.
How to Avoid Scams This Tax Season (5 Scams to Watch Out For)
With tax season upon us, scammers are out in full-force. Keep reading to find out how to avoid scams this tax season, and keep your refund and personal information safe.
IRS releases annual 'dirty dozen' list of tax scams
Tax season brings a list of scams to watch out for that the Internal Revenue Service calls “the dirty dozen.” It’s a warning for taxpayers, businesses and tax professionals to watch out for schemes that threaten financial information.
Tax scams are on the rise, NYPD warns. Here are 6 ways to protect yourself
As tax season begins, the number of crooks looking for an easy payday at your expense are on the rise, the NYPD warned Staten Islanders online. The 122nd Police Precinct in New Dorp used the social media platform X,
Tax Season Just Got More Confusing
But recently, it has started to turn things around, at least by some measures: After receiving tens of billions of dollars ...
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'I want more': Republicans push for bigger IRS cuts amid fears of tax season chaos
If you thought slashing 6,700 jobs at the IRS was a lot, you ain’t seen nothing yet.Years of Republican rhetoric tarring the ...
Live Q&A: Ask Our Experts Your Tax Season Questions
Join a live written chat with WSJ’s tax reporters, 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. ET on Wednesday, Feb. 26. WSJ subscribers can submit ...
Tips on filing your taxes and what to expect this tax season
Tax season is in full swing and it's colliding with headlines about IRS layoffs and cuts. The American pro wasn't a Swiftie ...
For many families, tax season is a lifeline – but it’s not enough
A refundable Child Tax Credit would give CT families the breathing room to meet their most basic needs and plan for a more ...
Tax Filing Season Statistics Show Drops In Filing, Processing And Tax Refunds
IRS data continues to suggest that taxpayers are not excited about filing this tax season. Statistics are down in every ...
Preparing for the 2025 tax season
The Social Security Administration announced Tuesday it is immediately beginning to pay retroactive benefits and will ...
This Productivity Tip Can Help Improve Your Tax Season
Be proactive in communicating with others. Contact your accountant early in the season, make arrangements with staff for future assignments in the coming months, or follow up with vendors. A little ...