Taxes March 9, 2026
Tax Refunds Are Up Nearly 11% So Far in 2026, According to IRS Data
For the week ending Feb. 27, the average refund was $3,742, up 10.6% over the average of $3,382 for the same timeframe last year.
Taxes March 5, 2026
Here Are the IRS ‘Dirty Dozen’ Tax Scams for 2026
With tax-filing season in full-go mode and with March 5 being National Slam the Scam Day, the IRS on Thursday announced its annual "Dirty Dozen" list of tax scams for 2026 that threaten the tax and financial information of taxpayers, businesses, and tax professionals.
Taxes March 5, 2026
Hoping for a Tax Refund? Fund an IRA
This tax-deductible money move can help individuals lower their tax bills while growing their retirement savings.
Taxes March 5, 2026
Tax Scams Victimize 1 in 4 Americans, McAfee Says
While 82% of Americans say they’re concerned about tax fraud or identity theft this filing season, many don’t feel fully prepared to spot today’s increasingly convincing scams, McAfee says.
Taxes March 2, 2026
Tax Refunds Are Up Double Digits So Far in 2026, IRS Stats Show
Tax refunds are up by more than 10% so far in 2026 with the average refund worth $351 more when compared to this time last year, according to the latest round of refund statistics revealed by the IRS on Feb. 27.
Taxes February 25, 2026
IRS Data: Average Refunds Are Bigger in 2026, Even as Fewer People File Early
So far, compared to the 2025 tax filing season, filers are seeing more money back in refunds despite overall lower filing counts.
Taxes February 19, 2026
Most Taxpayers Trust Tax Pros Over AI for Tax Preparation, Survey Finds
A majority of Americans say they don't trust artificial intelligence to prepare their taxes—even less so now than last year, according to a new report from Invoice Home.
Taxes February 18, 2026
Here’s the Average Tax Refund So Far for Filing Season 2026, According to IRS Data
Early filers in the 2026 tax season are receiving larger tax refunds on average compared with last year, according to the latest weekly statistics released by the Internal Revenue Service.
IRS January 29, 2026
IRS Announced Major Reorganization Just Ahead of Tax Season
As the 2026 tax season gets underway, the head of the IRS announced a major shake-up, initiating personnel and operational changes intended to improve taxpayer service and modernize the agency.
Taxes January 28, 2026
After ‘Smooth’ 2025 Tax Season, Taxpayer Advocate Anticipates Challenges This Year
As the IRS enters the 2026 tax season facing workforce reductions and implementing major tax law changes, National Taxpayer Advocate Erin Collins warns in a new report that taxpayers could encounter more challenges when filing their taxes this year.
Staffing January 27, 2026
Avoiding ‘Too Little, Too Late’: How to Give Core Teams at CPA Firms Ample Support This Tax Season
These tips and practices can give your core team the best chance to deliver outstanding client service without burning out in the process.
Taxes January 26, 2026
Welcome to Tax Season 2026
The IRS today opened the 2026 tax filing season and began accepting and processing federal individual income tax returns for tax year 2025.