Federal income tax returns for the 2025 tax year must be filed by April 15, 2026.

Many Americans expect a tax refund this year. Here's how to track your federal tax refund and when it might arrive.

For millions of Americans still waiting to file, procrastination could lead to penalties or delays.

The IRS has sent over $200 billion in refunds. If you're still waiting, here's how to check your tax refund status.

If you request an extension, you'll have until Oct. 15 to file your return. Importantly, that doesn't buy you more time to pay your taxes. You'll still have to pay any amount due to avoid penalties, ...

The average direct deposit refund amount this year is up 8.5% from 2025, averaging $3,512, according to the IRS.

Tax season is officially upon us. It’s time to get organized; file, ideally early; and, likely, collect your tax refund. The season opened January 26 and the tax deadline is April 15. Tax experts ...

With the 2026 tax season officially underway, millions of taxpayers have started filing their returns. For some, the process can be stressful, while others are eager to find out when their refunds ...

The IRS has an online tool that allows people to track the status of federal tax refunds. The “Where’s My Refund?” tool can be found on the IRS website. You can start checking your refund status ...

The IRS expects to receive about 164 million individual tax returns for the 2025 tax year before the April 15 deadline. Most refunds are issued within 21 days for electronically filed returns with ...

Learn about key changes, new deductions, and how to track your refund this year.