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1 day ago · Just days after the start of the 2026 tax filing season, a looming government shutdown could disrupt IRS funding starting as early as this Saturday.

1 day ago · As the IRS moves toward digital-only payments under a Trump-era executive order, taxpayers should expect changes in how refunds are issued and payments are made.

1 day ago · The national taxpayer advocate says the 2026 tax filing season is likely to face significant challenges due to IRS workforce reductions and complex tax law changes

23 hours ago · Some taxpayers could see "greater challenges" during the 2026 filing season, according to the national taxpayer advocate. Here's what filers need to know.

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23 hours ago · The national taxpayer advocate says the 2026 tax filing season is likely to face significant challenges due to IRS workforce reductions and complex tax law changes.

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3 days ago · The IRS began accepting 2025 federal income tax return filings on Monday. Americans have until April 15 to file a return and pay any remaining taxes.