Taxes March 18, 2026
Average Tax Refund in 2026 Now at $3,676 as Filing Deadline Nears
The average tax refund is up by more than $350 year-over-year according to data released by the IRS for the week ending Feb. 28, 2026.
Taxes March 18, 2026
IRS: Over 830,000 Tax Refunds Delayed After Filers Miss Key Step
IRS CP53E notices are going to taxpayers whose returns lacked valid direct deposit information, and the delays could stretch beyond 10 weeks for some filers.
Payroll March 18, 2026
IRS Flags Phishing, Impersonation in 2026 Dirty Dozen; Experts Explain Why Payroll Is a Prime Target
Experts say the IRS’s continued focus on phishing reflects how digital payroll systems have become central to modern tax fraud—and why payroll teams remain on the front lines of defense.
Taxes March 18, 2026
AICPA Requests Guidance on the Paid Family and Medical Leave Credit
Currently, there is no guidance on the changes to the credit made by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA).
Taxes March 16, 2026
Americans to Spend 11.6 Billion Hours Completing Federal Compliance Forms
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) currently lists more than 10,000 forms and documents that individuals and organizations must complete.
Taxes March 13, 2026
Wyden Questions Changes to Postmark Rule as Tax, Election Deadlines Loom
Wide-scale changes to when the U.S. Postal Service collects mail and postmarks envelopes could jeopardize timely tax returns and the ability for voters in Oregon and other states to have their ballots counted, Sen. Ron Wyden (D-OR) warned March 12.
Taxes March 12, 2026
IRS Updates Withholding Estimator to Include OBBBA Tax Changes
The IRS has enhanced its Tax Withholding Estimator to reflect changes to tax credits and deductions under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, including new deductions on tips, overtime, auto loan interest, and other tax breaks.
IRS March 11, 2026
IRS Proposes Regs on How to Open a Trump Account Under the OBBBA
The IRS says these proposed regulations provide useful information for parents and guardians who may want to elect to open an initial Trump Account and for prospective trustees of Trump Accounts.
IRS March 11, 2026
IRS, Treasury Issue Proposed Rules for Trump Accounts Contribution Pilot Program
The proposed regulations issued on March 6 provide rules on how the Treasury Department will make one-time $1,000 pilot program contributions to the Trump Accounts of eligible children.
Taxes March 11, 2026
Ex-Mayor of Portage, Indiana, Sentenced to 3 Years of Probation for Federal IRS Charge
James Snyder will have to pay $78,111.57 in restitution, which is what he still owes for obstructing the IRS, made in monthly payments of $570 a month. He has paid $18,000 of his debt.
Taxes March 10, 2026
Law Professor Learns Harsh State Income Tax Lesson
A law school professor working from home contested a state law requiring him to pay tax to a different state than the one where he resides.
Taxes March 10, 2026
5 Tax Changes to Account for Before Filing 2025 Tax Returns
Several provisions enacted in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which apply to the 2025-2028 tax years, may impact taxpayers’ returns. Here are five to consider before filing.