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How to ask the IRS for help if you have a problem filing your taxes
Tax season is a time when many Americans eagerly anticipate their refunds. However, issues can arise that delay these payments. Understanding the steps to take if your refund is delayed can help alleviate stress and ensure you receive your money promptly.
Elon Musk says he 'deleted' IRS Direct File. Can taxpayers still use the free service?
This should be a banner year for taxpayers seeking free tax-preparation. But one key IRS program is under fire.
IRS Direct File: A guide to understanding the free tax preparation service
The Internal Revenue Service launched a pilot program last year that allows people to file their taxes directly with the federal government for free. This project is known as Direct File and has since expanded to 25 states.
Elon Musk creates confusion about IRS' Direct File — but the free tax program is still available
Billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk posted Monday on his social media site that he had “deleted” 18F, a government agency that worked on technology projects such as the IRS’ Direct File program. This led to some confusion about whether Direct File is still available to taxpayers,
Musk says group that built IRS ‘Direct File’ program ‘has been deleted’
In reply to a post to X that said “18F, the far left government wide computer office that was recently taken over by allies of @elonmusk, is
Intuit in focus after Elon Musk says IRS Direct File program ended
Intuit (NASDAQ:INTU) is taking the spotlight after Elon Musk said the Internal Revenue Service's Digital File system has ended, as the tax program "has been part of INTU's bear thesis," Mizuho Securities analyst Siti Panigrahi wrote in a note to clients.
Musk says he 'deleted' IRS easy filing team that let Americans file taxes for free online
In a post on X, unelected government official Elon Musk revealed that he has cut the staff of the Internal Revenue Service that oversaw the system that allows Americans to file their taxes for free easily on its website.
Tax season: How to avoid scams and how the IRS is making filing easier with new tools
The tax filing season kicked off on Jan 27, with the Internal Revenue Service accepting returns. Taxpayers could face ...
Everything to know about the IRS Fresh Start program
If you owe the IRS money but can't pay, the Fresh Start program could be the solution you're looking for. . If you owe money ...
The Taxpayer Assistance And Service Act: IRS Efficiency And Taxpayer Rights
The TAS Act aims to modernizing the IRS, has bipartisan support and open for public comment until March 31, 2025.
Did you know the IRS taxes your bank account? Don’t get caught off guard
IRS rules say that interest earned on bank accounts is taxable income. If you earned a bonus when opening a new account, you ...
4 ways a tax relief service can reduce your tax bill
The good news is that there may be ways to do that. What many people don't realize is that the tax code includes various ...
How to find free tax help this season
If you don’t have a computer or laptop at home, you can use your phone to download the IRS2Go app. When you open the app, ...
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IRS service is better, but it's still not processing fast enough
The Internal Revenue Service made progress on its customer service and systems last year, but it's still facing challenges ...
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Trump’s hiring freeze could delay 2025 tax refunds. Here’s what PA filers should do
This year, Pennsylvanians can use the new IRS Direct File tool to file simple federal and state tax returns for free. The ...