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What a federal shutdown could mean for your tax refund and how to avoid delays

Automated IRS systems are still processing returns, but staffing shortages and manual reviews could slow some refunds — ...

You Can Still Write The IRS A Check, But Your Refund Will Be Direct Deposit

As the IRS moves toward digital-only payments under a Trump-era executive order, taxpayers should expect changes in how ...

IRS Staff Cuts May Delay Your Refund. What You Can Do To Smooth the Process

Tax law changes and IRS layoffs may delay 2025 tax refunds. However, taxpayers who file electronically and accurately will not likely face issues or delays.

IRS could hold your refund for weeks. Here’s why and how to avoid it

WASHINGTON — A new rule from the Internal Revenue Service could make some people wait weeks before they get their tax refund this year. The rule focuses on how refunds are paid. Starting in 2026, the ...