Returns can be rejected for a range of reasons, and fixing the problem quickly is key to getting your refund.

Even if you’re below the income threshold for 2025, tax credits and excess withholding could result in a tax refund, making ...

Tax returns received and processed remain slightly below last year’s pace, even as the average refund climbs to $3,804.

Many Americans will see bigger refunds and new deductions, while others may be revisiting the dreaded alternative minimum tax ...

As of the week ending Feb. 13, 2026, the IRS reports the average tax refund stands at $2,476 — an increase of 14.2% from early 2025. However, the number of total refunds issued is down 5.1%.

The agency still offers a Free File program that works with commercial tax software firms. Some companies also offer free tools for certain filers.

Starting Jan. 26, all taxpayers, including those with an AGI above $89,000, can use the Free File Fillable Forms. As detailed ...

The 2026 tax filing season has begun. Here are the key dates you need to know. During this filing season, taxpayers will need to use the newly created Schedule 1-A to take advantage of the new tax ...

Changes enacted through last year's federal tax bill are likely to bring savings to many taxpayers, including homeowners, seniors and tipped workers, experts said.

The Michigan Department of Treasury and IRS offer ways to check your tax refund status online.