Tax refunds are flowing

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 Tax Season: Where Is My Refund? Here's A Complete Guideline For A Smooth Process
The IRS has opened the 2025 tax filing season, advising early submission due to potential delays. Refunds are typically processed within 21 days for electronic submissions and six to eight weeks for paper filings.
IRS delays popular child tax credit refunds for 2024 returns. Here’s how to claim them
Tax credits tied to children and dependents are popular, but there are many restrictions. The IRS delays refunds on some credits to thwart fraud.
When will I get my tax refund? How to check your tax return status
Most tax filers who submit tax returns online can expect to receive their refunds within 21 days, the IRS said. That means those who e-filed on Jan. 27 (or earlier with the new Free File Guided Tax Software) may be able to get their money as early as Monday, Feb. 17.
Where's my refund? Will IRS layoffs impact tax return processing time? How to check status
If you're looking to save some extra money or maybe pay off some debt, a tax refund could help. Here's how to track your tax refund.
The IRS Has Sent $16.6 Billion in Tax Refunds Two Weeks Into Tax Season 2025
On Friday, the IRS released its second week of statistics comparing Feb. 9, 2024, and Feb. 7, 2025. The IRS has processed 23.5 million federal income tax returns, down by 7.6% from the 25.4 million it processed early February of last year.
Has the IRS started issuing refunds? What to know about your tax return
Most taxpayers receive refunds and money has already started being issued. There are ways to find out information about the status of your filing.
Where is my refund? How to check IRS tax return status, wait time for direct deposit
If you're looking to save some extra money or maybe pay off some debt, a tax refund could help. Here's how to track your tax refund.
IRS cuts may mean refund delays and long waits. File early before potential cuts, CPAs say
Trump may target IRS next for job cuts. CPAs warn Americans to file early before the cuts to avoid refund delays or long help lines.
Tax season 2025 scorecard: Americans are waiting longer to file and are receiving bigger refunds
The IRS’s update on the progress of tax season this year so far shows that average tax refund amounts are up 18.6% versus the same time last year, total filings down slightly to date.
Where's your tax refund? How to track it, 2024 tax year updates, brackets, deductions
Deductions can make the difference in your tax refund amount. Here's what to know about tax rates for year 2024, how to track ...
Where's my 2025 tax refund? When you can expect to get your money in Michigan
You must file a tax return to receive a refund. Taxpayers can check the status of their federal refunds through the Internal Revenue Service's website. For electronic tax returns, you will see your ...
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Here's What Happens to Your Tax Return if the Government Shuts Down
The US government is once again staring down a potential shutdown, and one that might start a month before tax returns are ...
How long does it take to get your tax refund?
The IRS generally issues refunds within 21 days for taxpayers who file electronically and choose direct deposit. Paper returns take longer, about six to eight weeks from when the IRS receives your ...