IRS, tax and return filing season

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.
With IRS layoffs, will cheating on tax returns increase? Here's what you need to know
A shortage of IRS workers could lead to a bevy of problems for taxpayers. It could also intrigue people to not report their entire income to the IRS.
Will the IRS layoffs affect my tax return? Here's how to check your refund status
You may see longer process times on your 2025 tax returns after thousands IRS employees face layoffs. Here's what to know.
Here's how IRS layoffs could impact your tax filing and refund this season
Thousands of IRS employees are expected to lose their jobs as Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, continues cuts to federal spending.
IRS begins layoffs, as DOGE cuts collide with tax season
The IRS started laying off employees on Thursday, just as tax season kicks in to high gear. Why it matters: The terminations, reportedly of 6,000 relatively new workers at the agency, are part of President Trump's broader purge of the federal workforce.
Will IRS layoffs delay your refund this tax season?
Thousands of workers who process tax returns have been laid off by the federal government, prompting concerns among taxpayers that their annual refunds may be delayed. T (IRS) expects to process more than 140 million tax returns in the coming months,
How IRS Layoffs Might Affect Your Tax Refund’s Timing
Experts warn that filing close to the deadline or submitting a return with errors is a recipe for delay. During tax season, IRS employees wear a lot of hats. Filing a paper return or having your return flagged will likely lead to longer wait times.
Where is your refund? Bigger IRS tax refunds could be coming this year
Tax bracket changes could mean more refund money this year. Here's what to know and how to get your refund quicker.
Will IRS job cuts delay refunds? Here's what to know
Thousands of IRS employees are expected to lose their jobs as part of DOGE's widespread spending cuts. CNBC's Sharon Epperson joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss how staff reductions could impact the agency's ability to process returns and refunds.
Factors that would delay your IRS refund
As the 2025 tax filing season kicks off, many Americans are eager to receive their tax refunds. However, understanding the factors that influence refund timelines is crucial for managing expectations and financial planning.
IRS has your money: Find out when your refund will arrive
If you've filed your 2024 taxes ahead of the April 15th deadline, you might be wondering when your refund will arrive or if there are any delays.
As tax season looms and layoffs are threatened, the IRS acting commissioner is reportedly stepping down, too
The Wall Street Journal reports acting IRS commissioner Douglas O’Donnell will announce his retirement this week. He has been ...
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Kansas City IRS layoffs begin with ‘about 1,000’ job cuts — and thousands more are expected America-wide. Will your 2025 returns be affected?
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