IRS, Tax Season

IRS planning to cut nearly 50,000 jobs in the middle of tax season
IRS planning to cut nearly 50,000 jobs in the middle of tax season - The IRS is drafting plans to try to cut its workforce of roughly 90,000 people - right as tax season heats up
Halving the IRS workforce in the middle of tax season
The second Trump administration is reportedly working on a plan to dramatically reduce the workforce at the Internal Revenue Service.
IRS Tax Season Extension: What should you do to ask for it?
Understanding the intricacies of requesting a tax season extension from the IRS can save you from unnecessary penalties. While not everyone qualifies, knowing the process and requirements can help you manage your tax obligations effectively.
How Mass Layoffs at the IRS Will Affect Tax Season
Kaercher says that risks to the filing season could include delayed tax refunds, inability to answer as many phone calls or help lines, and “there’s a question of whether they retained the right people in house” to quickly solve technical issues should they arise during tax season.
Scammers are 'relentless' this season: IRS
The newest edition of the Internal Revenue Service's Dirty Dozen tax scams shows that fraudsters going at it as strong as ever.
Tax refunds are flowing, but IRS is seeing fewer early returns filed so far this season
Early results from the IRS indicate that 7.7% fewer tax returns were filed in the first two weeks of the 2025 season. Why are some delaying filing?
IRS Warns Americans of 'Dirty Dozen' Tax Season Scams
The IRS has released its annual Dirty Dozen list for 2025, warning taxpayers, businesses, and tax professionals about common scams.
IRS Free File Is Open for the 2025 Tax Season. Are You Eligible?
The IRS’s Free File program is open again this tax season, marking its 23rd year as a free, online tax preparation option for millions of Americans. For 2025, the IRS has made a major expansion to eligibility by raising the income limit to qualify for its free guided tax prep services.
Boston police warning residents of common tax scams during tax season
As tax season is upon us, Boston police are warning residents of common tax scams. Here’s what you need to know to protect yourself: 1. IRS Imposter Scams. Fraudsters often impe
IRS Issues Warning For These Taxpayer Scams
A new warning from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has taxpayers on high alert as the agency unveils its 2025 Dirty Dozen — a list of the most common and deceptive tax scams that could put financial and personal information at risk.
2025 tax season off to slow start amid federal layoffs, hiring freeze. Will refunds be affected? What to know
The 2025 tax season is in full swing, but the IRS is seeing fewer returns so far. Here's some things that could be causing it.
The IRS Is Reportedly Planning to Cut Up to 45,000 Workers — Half of Its Workforce
As federal agencies continue to make cuts, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is reportedly planning to shrink its workforce ...
IRS is accepting tax returns: Here’s the fastest way to get your refund
There are five different routes to choose from when it comes to getting your refund, as listed on the IRS website: Out of all ...
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What a Government Shutdown in Tax Season Might Mean for You
A government shutdown has never happened during tax season, but some experts predict that certain disruptions are inevitable.
Americans have the ‘tax scaries’—but good news is waiting as the average refund goes up 7.5%
Tax season brings 1 in 3 Americans to tears, but with IRS data indicating above-average refunds, the stress might be worth it ...