IRS, Tax Refund

IRS Gives Tax Refund Update as Over $100B Returned
According to the latest data from the IRS, $102.253 billion has been refunded to taxpayers so far this filing season, which began on January 27. The amount taxpayers are getting has increased too. The average refund amount has increased from $3,213 in 2024 to $3,453—a boost of $240.
You're getting a tax refund, but what's the smartest thing to do with it? Experts' tips
Most Americans get an income-tax refund, averaging around $3,000. Experts share their tips for cutting debt, saving better and rethinking spending.
Free IRS ‘Where’s My Refund' tool offers daily updates on status of 2025 tax refund
If you e-filed your return, you can expect to see status updates roughly 24 hours after submitting it. If you e-file a prior year’s return, your status will update within three-to-four days. If you submitted a paper return, it can take four weeks before your status is available.
Expecting a Tax Refund? Here's Why You Should Save It, Says This Expert
In a high-yield savings account, you'll also earn interest on your tax refund, even if it's the only financial contribution you make all year. While annual percentage yields vary depending on the bank, you'll still earn more interest than with a traditional savings account that only pays pennies on your balance.
Warnings Issued On IRS Tax Refund Delays
"Reduced staffing could slow the processing of returns, leading to potential refund delays for some taxpayers," one tax expert told Newsweek.
You can check the status of your IRS tax refund
Millions of Americans are eagerly awaiting their state tax refunds, but the process can vary significantly from state to state.
Expecting a Tax Refund? 6 Expert-Approved Ways to Use Your IRS Money This Year
We're well into tax season and if you haven't filed your taxes or plan to soon, you might be figuring out the best way to use your tax refund. Last year, the average tax refund was $3,050, according to the IRS,
Why haven’t I received my refund? Here’s what could be delaying federal and PA tax refund
There could be several reasons why you haven't yet received your tax refund from the IRS. Here are the most common, and how you can check the status.
Tax refund payments totaling $1 billion pushed forward in Georgia House
Lawmakers in the Georgia House of Representatives pushed forward legislation to authorize a $1 billion tax refund payment to ...
Where's your refund? How to check status, and how long you'll have to wait for your money
Still waiting on your tax refund? You might have to wait a while depending on how you filed. How to check on your money from your phone.
The Pros and Cons of Getting a Large Tax Refund — Is It Worth It?
A large tax refund may seem like a financial windfall, but is it the smartest way to manage your money? Find Out: 6 Reasons ...
Where's my refund? Common filing mistakes that might delay when you get your refund
The IRS says there are a few reasons why your refund is taking longer to come. Here's what to know and mistakes to avoid so ...
Woman gets college tuition refund after withdrawing from classes amid cancer battle
Wallace has always dreamed of opening her own assisted-living facility, and so two years ago she applied for her master's ...
How much can the average tax refund earn in a CD?
The average tax refund could bring you a few thousand dollars this year. Here's how much it could earn in a CD.
Eurostar cancellations: Your rights to a refund after WWII bomb discovered near Paris Gare du Nord
Tens of thousands of passengers are stranded at either end of the London-Paris Eurostar link following the discovery of a ...