Taxes July 15, 2025
Maryland Democrats Want IRS to Expedite Tax Refunds Amid Trump Layoffs
Democrats from Maryland’s congressional delegation are calling on the Internal Revenue Service to speed up tax refunds for people facing financial challenges.
Taxes April 28, 2025
IRS Issued Nearly 75 Million Tax Refunds as of April 11, Data Shows
In total, the agency has issued roughly $228.7 billion in refunds so far during the 2025 tax season, up 3.9% from the $220.2 billion issued at this time last year.
Taxes April 15, 2025
Here’s How Much the Average American is Receiving in Tax Refunds, According to Latest IRS Data
Through April 4—the latest date currently available—the IRS has issued 67,745,000 refunds, roughly 1.4% more than the 66,799,000 that had been issued by that time last year.
Taxes April 10, 2025
What is the Average Tax Refund Amount in Your State?
The average federal tax refund amount varies widely across states, with the highest refunds for taxpayers located in parts of the South and Mountain West, according to a new analysis from Upgraded Points.
Taxes March 31, 2025
Trump Orders Treasury and IRS to Eliminate Paper Checks
President Donald Trump signed an executive order last week that authorizes the federal government to begin phasing out the use of paper checks and switch exclusively to electronic payments this fall, with some limited exceptions.
Taxes March 31, 2025
IRS Data Shows Tax Refund Amounts Are 4.6% Higher This Tax Season
The IRS has sent more than 55.7 million refunds to taxpayers totaling nearly $179.5 billion thus far this tax season, an increase of 1.3% and 5.9%, respectively, from last year.
Taxes March 18, 2025
Gen Zers and Millennials Panic the Most About Taxes, Survey Finds
A new survey from CNET reveals that 44% of tax filers have anxieties and fears about filing their taxes, with Gen Z and millennials freaking out the most at 51% and 48%, respectively.
Taxes March 17, 2025
IRS Has Issued $145 Billion in Refunds Thus Far This Tax Season
In total, the agency has sent out more than 43.6 million refunds to taxpayers, up 1.5% compared to March 8, 2024. The average refund amount sits at $3,324—5.7% higher than last year.
Taxes March 13, 2025
IRS Says Time is Running Out to Claim 2021 Tax Refunds
The IRS estimates that more than 1 million people across the country may have unclaimed tax refunds from tax year 2021, and they have until April 15 to submit their federal return.
Taxes February 24, 2025
Average Tax Refund is Down 32%, IRS Data Shows
A quick glance at the latest 2025 tax refund numbers may be cause for concern for those who haven’t filed yet, but the IRS says there’s a good reason why certain numbers are down.
Taxes February 14, 2025
Average 2025 Tax Refunds Up by More Than $300, IRS Says
Data released on Feb. 14 by the IRS shows the average refund is coming in at $2.065, up from $1,741 in 2024.
Income Tax February 10, 2025
IRS Income Tax Refund Schedule for 2025
This chart can help you estimate when you should get your 2025 income tax return, based on when you file and a few other easy factors.