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Many Americans will see bigger refunds and new deductions, while others may be revisiting the dreaded alternative minimum tax. Don’t panic just yet. Credit...Joanne Joo Supported by By Tara Siegel ...

To receive your tax refund quickly, file electronically and choose direct deposit. The IRS began accepting 2025 tax returns on January 26, 2026, with a filing deadline of April 15, 2026. Paper checks ...

Ready or not, tax season has arrived and there are a few policy changes to keep in mind this year. On Jan. 26, the federal government officially began accepting tax returns for the 2025 calendar year, ...

Those W2s and 1099s are starting to trickle into your mailbox and inboxes. Yes, tax season is upon us, and there are new and updated tax withholdings you'll need to know before filing. What are ...

It's officially tax season. The Internal Revenue Service opened the 2026 filing period for the 2025 tax year on Jan. 26. Oregonians can file their 2025 federal and state income tax returns until April ...

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Filing your taxes early does not increase your refund amount, but it can help you get your money sooner. The 2026 tax season opened on Jan. 26, with most refunds issued in less than 21 days for ...