The impact of filing separately as a married couple on Trump’s tax benefits this season
Tax Filing Options for Couples: Joint vs. Separate Every year, couples face the choice of whether to file their taxes together or separately. This decision can significantly impact their tax situation, particularly in light of changes introduced during Donald Trump’s administration. Typically, tax laws favor those who file jointly. When couples do this, they combine […]
Fraudster confesses to filing $270 million in false claims to Medi-Cal
An Orange County man, along with his accomplice, has been taken into custody for allegedly orchestrating a $270 million medical fraud scheme, as California authorities intensify their efforts to tackle taxpayer exploitation. Paul Richard Randall, aged 66 and from Orange, admitted to submitting fraudulent invoices to Medi-Cal over an 11-month span, billing for expensive prescription […]
Frequent tax errors that lead to higher costs for taxpayers during filing season
Tax season tends to be quite a stressful time, and mistakes can make it even worse—potentially turning a normal filing routine into a costly headache. With tax day approaching quickly, just ten days away now, even minor errors can lead to delays in refunds or notifications from the IRS, which could include unexpected penalties. Here […]
BBB alerts about errors and scams related to tax filing as the deadline approaches
Tax Filing Decisions Loom as Deadline Approaches Seattle — With the April 15 tax filing deadline on the horizon, many people are faced with the choice between filing their taxes themselves or bringing in a tax professional. The Better Business Bureau warns that either route can lead to costly errors if taxpayers aren’t cautious. According […]
Average tax refund reaches $3,571 during the 2026 filing season according to IRS data
IRS Reports Increase in Tax Refunds for 2026 Filing Season Recent statistics from the IRS indicate that the average tax refund for the 2026 filing season has risen significantly compared to last year, as the filing deadline draws near. As of March 20, the average tax refund has reached $3,571, marking an increase of $350, […]
Conservative Group Responds by Filing Complaint Against Ethics Official Probing Ed Martin
Disciplinary Action Against DOJ Lawyer Sparks Controversy Conservative groups voiced their concerns on Friday, suggesting that a lawyer at the Department of Justice may have acted unethically by selectively pursuing disciplinary measures against prominent DOJ officials. Ed Martin, who currently serves as a pardon attorney, is under scrutiny due to a complaint related to a […]
IRS tax refunds have increased by 10.8%, according to new filing data.
Average Tax Refunds Rise This Season This tax season, the average refund is up by 10.8% compared to the same time last year, based on the latest data from the IRS. As of March 13, individual filers are seeing an average refund of $3,623, which is a jump from $3,271 at the same time last […]
IRS unveils list of major tax scams for the 2026 filing season
IRS Warns Taxpayers About Common Scams in the 2026 Filing Season Frank Bisignano, the Commissioner of the Social Security Administration, recently spoke on “Morning with Maria” about the record tax refunds, tax breaks for families and seniors, and the federal government’s efforts against fraud as Tax Day approaches. As part of its annual alert, the […]
Saks Global cuts 1,200 positions following its bankruptcy filing.
Saks Global, the owner of luxury retail chains like Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus, has shut down over a dozen locations and laid off more than 1,200 employees across the U.S. following its bankruptcy filing earlier this year. The New York-based firm initiated these job cuts recently, submitting a worker adjustment and retraining letter […]
Tax refunds might take longer this filing season in multiple states.
Tax Refund Delays and Changes in Tax Policy Taxpayers in various states could face delays in receiving their tax returns this season, impacted by shifts in tax policy and filing processes. A tax refund occurs when the taxpayer has contributed more tax throughout the year than what is actually owed after adjustments. Refund distribution varies […]