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One of tax return filing season's biggest financial risks isn't an IRS audit
The fake IRS emails and texts announcing tax refunds and credits are already on the way. It's tax filing season, so beware of the onslaught of financial scams.
Trump, at least for now, has not terminated Direct File, the free IRS tax filing system
In early February 2025, claims emerged that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) led by Elon Musk, had terminated, or planned to terminate, a program — Direct File — run by the IRS that allows (some) citizens to file individual tax returns for free:
Millions More People Can Now File Taxes Directly to the IRS — for Free
IRS Direct File is back again this year with significantly expanded eligibility despite confusion over whether Elon Musk had “deleted” it. (He didn’t.)
IRS Tax Filing Could Be Upended For Millions of Americans: What To Know
The Direct File program was launched to benefit over 30 million taxpayers and prompted a backlash from commercial tax prep firms who lobbied against it. If ended, taxpayers from eligible states could be forced to go private if they are above a certain income threshold.
IRS workers blocked from Trump buyouts until May
IRS workers involved in the 2025 tax season cannot take part in Trump's "deferred resignation program" until after the taxpayer deadline.
2025 IRS tax season workers can't take buyout until after the taxpayer filing deadline
The National Treasury Employees Union president advised all federal workers not to accept the buyout offer, which she says is dubious.
Where's my IRS refund? Here's what to know about filing and when you'll get your tax refund
Here's when the last day to file taxes is, what documents you'll need, new forms for the 2024-25 tax season and how to track your tax refund.
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 until after the taxpayer filing deadline.
IRS: Some employees can’t take buyout until after filing deadline
A letter sent to Internal Revenue Service (IRS) employees said those involved in the 2025 tax season won’t be able to accept the buyout President Trump offered federal employees until after the taxpayer filing deadline.
As Tax Filing Season Kicks Off, Early Data Suggests A Slow Start
Early filing data suggests a slow start to the filing season, with a nearly 14% downturn in tax returns received compared to ...
Can I still use Direct File to file my taxes? Elon Musk social post causes confusion
Last year the Internal Revenue Service launched a program that allowed some tax filers to file their returns directly to the ...
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When might the IRS form W-2 arrive?
As the 2025 tax season approaches, taxpayers should brace for new developments and potential challenges. While timely refunds ...
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IRS Direct File: What should we expect from its status with the arrival of Elon Musk?
The IRS Direct File program is revolutionizing tax filing for millions of Americans by offering a no-cost, streamlined ...
Tax season opens! Do you have to file taxes? Why you may want to even if you don't.
Not everyone is required to file taxes, but most Americans must and probably will submit a return. Some will even do so today ...
Did DOGE really ‘delete’ the tech division that helped create the IRS Direct File free tax filing service?
Elon Musk, head of the chaos-causing Department of Government Efficiency, made an assertion this week that raised questions ...
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Form 1040, what do you need to know to obtain the Child Tax Credit?
The IRS has announced a one-time financial support of $1,700 for eligible families through the Child Tax Credit (CTC). This ...
Elon Musk says he 'deleted' IRS Direct File. Can taxpayers still use the free service?
This should be a banner year for taxpayers seeking free tax-preparation. But one key IRS program is under fire.