Early IRS data shows fewer tax returns processed and few refunds issued through Feb. 6, but the average refund amount is up.
When it comes to their federal income tax returns, tens of millions of US households pay for tax preparation and filing. Yet many might qualify to do so for free through IRS-approved programs.
About 1 out of 5 people eligible for the earned income tax credit missed out on getting a "check in the mail" from the U.S. Treasury between tax years 2014 and 2022. They did not claim the credit.
An expanded subtraction up to $48,000 for retired couples is among the changes to Wisconsin's income taxes this year.