Tax season: How to avoid scams and how the IRS is making filing easier with new tools
The tax filing season kicked off on Jan 27, with the Internal Revenue Service accepting returns. Taxpayers could face ...
Some IRS employees told they can’t take federal buyout until after tax filing deadline
IRS employees involved in the 2025 tax season will not be allowed to accept a buyout offer from the Trump administration ...
Elon Musk says he 'deleted' IRS Direct File. Can Wisconsin taxpayers still use the free service?
Elon Musk wrote on X on Monday that 18F, the digital consulting team who developed the IRS Direct File system, had been ...
Elon Musk creates confusion about IRS Direct File, but the program is still available
Elon Musk posted Monday on his social media site that he had “deleted” 18F, a government agency that worked on technology ...
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Tax tips for 2025: File early, protect against tax-filing fraud, get your tax credits
April 15 tax filing date looming two months away, tax experts say it’s time to collect your tax documents and prepare your state and federal tax returns. Getting a head start on your tax return will ...
Did Elon Musk get rid of Direct File? What is it and can you still use it in NJ?
At this time, Direct File is still available, including in New Jersey, and may be a good option if you've lived in New Jersey ...
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Trump’s hiring freeze could delay 2025 tax refunds. Here’s what PA filers should do
This year, Pennsylvanians can use the new IRS Direct File tool to file simple federal and state tax returns for free. The ...
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If You Claim the Child Tax Credit, When Is the Earliest You Could Get Your Tax Refund?
The child tax credit provides big benefits for families with children, but you may have to wait a bit longer for your tax ...
Dude, where’s my refund? Here’s when you should receive your tax refund from the IRS
Most taxpayers can expect to receive their refund in a matter of weeks. We’ll show you how you can check up on the status of ...
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IRS Direct File: What you need to know now
The IRS Direct File program, which lets you prepare and file your federal return for free, is still up and running, for now.
Ken and Klee explain how the Child Tax Credit is considered a "super" credit for families
The Child Tax Credit (CTC) is a SUPER credit because it can create a $2,000 per child reduction in your tax liability for ...
Did you know the IRS taxes your bank account? Don’t get caught off guard
IRS rules say that interest earned on bank accounts is taxable income. If you earned a bonus when opening a new account, you ...