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The IRS 2026 filing season opened January 26, but staffing reductions, government shutdown impacts, and new direct deposit rules could delay tax refunds for millions of Americans.
The OBBBA signed July 4, 2025 doubles the standard deduction, adds senior tax breaks, and makes key provisions permanent. Here's what you need to know.
The IRS opens 2026 tax filing season on January 26 with $370 billion in expected refunds. New tax breaks for tips, overtime, and seniors could boost average refunds by $1,000.
Americans can expect significantly larger tax refunds this filing season thanks to Trump's signature tax legislation. Here's how much more you could receive.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act raises the SALT deduction cap from $10,000 to $40,000 for 2025, delivering significant tax relief to residents of high-tax states.
The IRS has discontinued its free Direct File program for the 2026 tax season, eliminating a service that was available in 25 states and used by millions. The tax preparation industry, which lobbied heavily against the program, stands to benefit most.
The SALT deduction cap has risen from $10,000 to $40,000 under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Here's who benefits, who doesn't, and how to maximize this tax break on your 2025 return.
The average IRS tax refund could reach $3,800 this filing season, roughly $1,000 more than last year, thanks to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act's expanded deductions for tips, overtime, and higher earners.
The 2026 tax season brings new direct deposit requirements, IRS workforce cuts, and potential delays. Learn how to ensure your refund arrives on time.
The IRS begins the 2026 filing season with 74,000 employees—down from 102,000 a year ago—while implementing major tax law changes. Here's what taxpayers should expect.
The IRS has begun phasing out paper refund checks under Executive Order 14247, requiring most taxpayers to provide bank account information or face frozen refunds.
The National Taxpayer Advocate warns that massive staffing reductions and complex new tax laws could create processing delays and customer service nightmares for millions of filers.