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IRS plans alarming move that threatens tax returns
According to the IRS, the agency has received about 42.7 million tax returns and processed roughly 42.3 million as of Feb. 21. Now, it appears that the IRS might be planning anoth
DOGE Could Cut the IRS in Half. What Does That Mean for Your Tax Filings?
New reports indicate that Elon Musk may hit the agency with a second round of mass layoffs, and that audits could be abandoned amid the diminished headcount.
IRS modernizes Tax Filing and deadlines this 2025
The IRS modernizes tax filing for 2025 with enhanced digital tools, fraud protection, and expanded free filing options for a faster, safer, and easier experience.
Thinking of not filing your tax return amid IRS cutbacks? Penalties can be costly, experts say
As the IRS faces cutbacks, some taxpayers are weighing whether to file returns this season. But penalties can be costly, experts say.
How DOGE’s Cuts to the IRS Threaten to Cost More Than DOGE Will Ever Save
The Trump administration claims gutting federal agencies will save money, but cutting the IRS means the government collects less taxes. “If you’re interested in the deficit and curbing it, why would you cut back on the revenue side?
DOGE guts IRS division that makes sure the rich pay their taxes
Now, with fewer people keeping watch, one former IRS commissioner said the move amounts to “a tax cut for tax cheats.”
Tax Rules and IRS Staffing Are in Flux. Here’s What the Pros Say to Do Now.
We asked financial professionals what they are telling clients about filing their returns this year and mitigating tax bills ...
Tax Filing Season Statistics Suggests Taxpayers Are Still Waiting To File
The IRS has apparently given up on excuses. After three weeks of offering an explanation for the lower numbers, explaining ...
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Tax Refunds: 3 Ways the IRS Can Alter Yours and 2 Things You Can Change
Despite the similar-sounding names, returns and refunds are hugely different, yet hugely important aspects of the tax filing ...
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Authorities warn you to avoid scams during your tax submission to the IRS
As tax season kicks off, millions of Americans rush to file their returns, eager for their refunds. Yet, the process can be ...
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IRS issues $102.253 billion in tax refunds as 2025 tax season progresses
Since the start of tax season, the IRS has issued more than $100 billion in tax refunds to Americans, with the average refund ...
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A Tax Expert's Warning: Don't Make This Costly Mistake if You Receive a 1099-K
You'll receive a 1099-K form if you use a third-party payment service, such as PayPal, Venmo or CashApp, to receive freelance ...
Do you need to file taxes if you're on Social Security?
Social Security benefits are handled differently than regular income by the IRS, which can make tax season tricky.
Free income tax filing assistance to be offered at eight sites in the Newark area
Mayor Ras J. Baraka joined the United Way of Greater Newark (UWGN) on Monday to announce that the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is open at eight sites across the Greater Newark region ...
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It's Tax Time! How to File Without Getting Scammed
AI is helping cybercriminals take advantage of tax filers. Here's how to protect your money and personal information.