For taxpayers expecting a refund that averages about $3,000, filing early can mean getting that money back sooner.

Your filing status affects everything from your tax brackets to whether you have to file at all. Here’s how the rules work.

The IRS starts accepting tax returns on Monday, Jan. 26. Tax Day is always April 15 unless the day falls on a weekend or ...

The 2026 tax season introduces vital changes. IRS Free File is now open for those earning $89,000 or less. With Direct File ...

Do I need to file a tax return? It depends on your income, filing status and tax situation. Find out how much you need to ...

As the IRS begins accepting 2024 tax returns, individuals should prepare for potential delays with certain credits, ensure all income is reported, and consider filing for an extension if necessary.

Tax Day is just around the corner and millions of taxpayers have yet to file their tax return. If you’re one of those taxpayers who still needs to file—and you’re not ready—there’s an easy answer: ...

TIME AND MONEY. YES SHE DOES. AND THE IRS ESTIMATES THAT IT CAN COST AN AVERAGE OF $270 TO GET A PROFESSIONAL TO DO YOUR TAX RETURNS. IF YOU FILL OUT THE FORMS YOURSELF, IT CAN TAKE AS LONG AS 13 ...

The federal tax filing deadline is April 15, 2025, but Florida taxpayers affected by Hurricanes Milton, Helene and Debby have until May 1, 2025. Taxpayers can request a six-month extension to file ...

If you've ever missed the deadline to file your taxes — or skipped a year entirely — you might assume it just slips under the radar. But that's not how the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) operates.