Early tax refunds arriving now

Early tax refunds arriving now, but IRS saw far fewer returns filed in first week
IRS processed 15.8% fewer income tax returns in the first week of the 2025 tax season than it did a year ago. Why? What does that mean for refunds?
The IRS has issued 3.2 million tax refunds this year. Here’s the average payment
The IRS has issued 3.2 million refunds for the 2025 filing season so far. As of Jan. 31, the average refund amount was $1,928, which covers the first four days of the filing season. The agency sends most refunds in less than 21 days.
Dude, where’s my refund? Here’s when you should receive your tax refund from the IRS
Most taxpayers can expect to receive their refund in a matter of weeks. We’ll show you how you can check up on the status of your tax refund.
Could the IRS Hiring Freeze Delay Tax Refunds? What We Know
If the IRS experiences staff shortages, the ability to process returns as quickly as in previous years could be in jeopardy.
IRS tax refunds: Trump’s executive orders may delay when you get your money; what to know
The IRS expects over 140 million individual tax returns for tax year 2024 to be filed between Jan. 27 and Apr. 15, meaning if delays do occur, millions could be impacted.
Tax Season 2025: Here Are the IRS' First Stats on Returns Filed and Refunds Issued
Even though the 2025 tax season has only been open less than two full weeks, the IRS has already been busy processing tax returns and issuing tax refunds. Not mine — I'm still a ways away from sitting down with my W-2 forms and the 1040 instructions and a calculator and all that.
Could IRS Tax Refunds Be Delayed by Trump's Policies?
President Donald Trump's executive orders have raised concerns over potential delays in tax refunds during the 2025 filing season.
Where's my refund? How to check your IRS tax return status, wait time for direct deposit
According to IRS data, the bureau expects nearly 140 million Americans to file taxes. But when will that check or direct deposit arrive?
Here's what to know about the IRS "Where's my refund?" app and your new 2025 tax brackets
With tax season underway, here's what you need to know about tracking your tax refund and your new 2025 tax brackets.
This is the average Pa. tax refund amount, report says
It’s now a couple of weeks into tax season. While some of you have yet to file, others may be way ahead, so much so that they’re thinking about refunds already. And one report attempted to find out how much taxpayers in Pennsylvania can potentially expect to receive.
When to expect your tax refund in 2025: Some refunds will take longer
But don’t count on a specific date: The IRS warns taxpayers not to rely on receiving their refund by a certain date, ...
How To Make Your Tax Refund Stretch Throughout the Entire Year (And Beyond)
Receiving a tax refund is one of the most anticipated events of the financial year. It is an opportunity to strengthen one's ...
Tax Breaks: The IRS Is Still Open For Business Edition
Plus: Trump tariffs, beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting, Earned Income Tax Credit, student loan interest ...
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When does the IRS start processing electronic returns?
The IRS has kicked off the tax season, offering tools like Free File to simplify the process. With the April 15 deadline ...
Can Your Tax Refund Be Garnished?
While it's common for people to carry debt, if you aren't keeping up payments on it, you can be subject to wage garnishment, ...
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 ...
Shady tax scams circulating on social media could bring big penalties, delayed refunds
Bad tax information on social media, aggressive marketing tactics, and "ghost" tax preparers can create huge headaches with ...