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Could IRS layoffs delay tax refunds for Wisconsinites?
More than 140 million Americans are expected to file tax returns this year, the IRS says. How could impending layoffs at the agency impact processing?
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 makes a startling change that could impact tax returns
The IRS makes a harsh decision. As more Americans file their taxes, the IRS is making a startling change to its workforce. Starting Thursday, the agency will begin to lay off abou
Where's my refund? How IRS layoffs could affect your 2025 tax return
The IRS says on the agency’s website that most refunds are issued within 21 days, though some can take longer.
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.
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.
'Where is my refund?': Could a potential 7,000 IRS staff layoff affect your 2025 tax refund?
As media sources continue to report looming layoffs within the IRS workforce, many Americans question how the cuts could impact the 2025 tax season underway.
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.
Trump government layoffs could impact IRS, tax refunds, experts say
Tax experts are advising taxpayers to file early to avoid delays as the IRS faces potential layoffs from the Trump administration.
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.
Major IRS change sparks fears for tax refund delays
IRS changes are sparking fears of delays to refunds and long wait times for help this tax season.
Trump officials want to rewrite tax season. Cross your fingers and file like normal, experts say.
DOGE wants access to filers’ data, and the commerce secretary says Trump wants to scrap the IRS altogether. But filing a ...
Income tax deadline 2025: What to know about your federal and state refund
"Where's My Refund should show an updated status by February 22 for most early EITC/ACTC filers," the IRS said. So here is ...
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If the Government Shuts Down, Here's What That Could Mean for Your Tax Return
The US government could potentially enter a shutdown next month, the first one that would ever take place during tax filing ...
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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 ...
IRS layoffs could hurt revenue collection and foil efforts to go after rich tax dodgers, experts say
The layoffs of roughly 7,000 IRS probationary workers beginning this week likely mean the end of the agency's plan to go after high-wealth tax dodgers and could spell disaster for revenue collections, ...
IRS layoffs underway around the country as millions prepare to file taxes
The IRS has begun laying off more than 6,000 new and newly promoted employees across the country as part of the push to slash the federal government, sources say.