Returns can be rejected for a range of reasons, and fixing the problem quickly is key to getting your refund.

Tax returns received and processed remain slightly below last year’s pace, even as the average refund climbs to $3,804.

The agency still offers a Free File program that works with commercial tax software firms. Some companies also offer free tools for certain filers.

Don’t panic if your IRS transcript says “No Return Filed.” Timing issues, processing delays, or the specific transcript type you selected may be the real reason.

Starting Jan. 26, all taxpayers, including those with an AGI above $89,000, can use the Free File Fillable Forms. As detailed ...

More taxpayers are filing their own returns as new tools and changes in the tax landscape drive record DIY participation in ...

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Realizing you made a mistake on your tax return? Don’t panic. If you overlooked a valuable deduction, say, or forgot to report some of your income, you can simply file an amended return. Amending your ...