The new IRS app makes it easier to access IRS services and take care of routine tax needs from your phone. To make sure you have the official IRS app, start at IRS.gov and use the verified links to the Apple app store or Google Play. This new app replaces IRS2Go. When you open the app, [...]
This article was published by the IRS. A tax credit reduces the amount a person owes in income taxes dollar-for-dollar. Some tax credits are even refundable, meaning if a person's tax bill is less than the amount of a refundable credit, they can get the difference back in their refund. The One, Big, Beautiful Bill has [...]
This article was published by the IRS. Taxpayers may be able to take advantage of new deductions that could reduce taxable income and increase refunds due to the One, Big, Beautiful Bill, passed by Congress in July 2025. Provisions from the new law can have a significant effect on federal taxes, credits, and deductions. The legislation [...]
This article was published by the IRS. Taxpayers who filed their federal tax returns and are owed a refund may be wondering about the status. There are several options for people to check. A new feature in Individual Online Account lets taxpayers opt in to receive email notifications when there’s an update to their refund status. [...]
This article was published by the IRS. Not everyone is legally required to file a federal tax return. However, not doing it could be leaving money on the table. People could be missing out on refundable tax credits or an income tax refund. This could apply to someone if they: Have had federal income tax withheld [...]
