Many taxpayers could see bigger refunds this year. From average refund amounts to delays, deductions, and credits, here’s what taxpayers should know as the 2026 tax filing season gets started. Few ...

The average refund last year was $3,167. This year, analysts have projected it could be $1,000 higher, thanks to changes in tax law. More than 165 million individual income tax returns were processed ...

Yes, if you qualify to contribute to a Roth IRA, it can be an excellent way to use your tax refund. In 2026, the Roth IRA ...

While we all love the idea of a big tax refund in the spring, sometimes you need those funds sooner. That’s where a tax refund loan comes in. But while these loans can get you early access to funds, ...

Back in January, President Donald Trump and his administration promised Americans that their tax refunds would increase by $1 ...

While taxes may feel inevitable, not everyone has to file. You likely need to file if you’ve made above the income threshold, if you had self-employment income or if you meet other criteria. Read on ...

Tax season opened this year on January 26, 2026, and the IRS expects to process more than 164 million individual tax returns for the 2025 tax year. But not everyone is rushing to file, and not ...

(NEXSTAR) – The countdown is on as early taxpayers await for the start of filing season Jan. 26, but there are some changes this year that experts say people should keep in mind to receive a fast, ...

The overtime deduction is an option whether a taxpayer claims the standard deduction or itemizes deductions, such a deducting mortgage interest. It's a mixed bag when it comes to what employers are ...

At a 12% marginal tax rate, for example, the $6,000 enhanced senior deduction for a single taxpayer who is 65 or older would result in $720 in tax savings. The new enhanced deduction for seniors on ...