Here's when taxes are due in 2026, how long refunds take and how to check your IRS refund online.

IRS Free File allows more than 100 million people to file taxes at no cost. But only 2% of taxpayers use the service.

A new tax deduction for many adults 65 and older has plenty of rules and requires new paperwork. What you need to know when ...

Many Americans will see bigger refunds and new deductions, while others may be revisiting the dreaded alternative minimum tax. Don’t panic just yet.

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

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With little time left until April 15, some married couples are grappling with the question: Should we file jointly or separately? Usually, the answer is clear.

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

IRS paper tax return rules: Taxpayers can still mail their tax returns to the IRS. The process involves downloading or requesting the correct forms, filling them out accurately, and attaching all ...

Americans are receiving larger tax refunds on average in the 2026 filing season than last year, though taxpayers are filing at a slower pace in the first few weeks than they were a year ago. The ...

The tax filing deadline is Wednesday, April 15, and you have until then to request a tax filing extension or possibly face ...