A 27% reduction in IRS staff may affect your refund. Here’s what to know.
Tax Season Updates: Staffing Shortages and New Legislation This tax season brings some fresh opportunities for savings under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). However, you might find yourself waiting longer for your refund this year. The IRS expects a significant backlog, with 27% fewer employees by 2026 compared to last year. This shortfall […]
IRS changes to paper checks cause tax refund delays for over 830,000 taxpayers.
Tax Refund Updates: Increased Payments, Paper Check Delays This tax season, many Americans are seeing larger refunds. However, others are facing delays as the IRS shifts away from issuing paper checks. Recently, Democrats from the House Ways and Means Committee reached out to Treasury Secretary and Acting IRS Commissioner Scott Bessent regarding over 830,000 notices […]
Many Americans might be entitled to a tax refund due to COVID. Here’s how to claim it.
Updated March 13, 2026, 8:28 a.m. ET While many Americans might prefer to leave the COVID-19 pandemic in the past, tax accountants suggest it might be worthwhile to revisit that time. Why? You could be eligible for a tax refund from the IRS. When a federally declared disaster happens, certain tax laws take effect. According […]
Maryland Officials Seek $4B Refund for Tariffs from Trump
Maryland Officials Request Tariff Reimbursement from Trump Maryland officials are calling on President Donald Trump to reimburse the state $4 billion in tariffs after the Supreme Court ruled against the global tariffs he implemented through the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). In a joint letter, Maryland Governor Wes Moore, State Auditor Brooke E. Lierman, […]
$1.2 billion tax refund and $850 million in property tax assistance confirmed in state budget
Georgia’s Tax Cuts and Revised Budget for 2026 ATLANTA — Georgia is set to benefit from approximately $2 billion in tax reductions following the General Assembly’s approval of a revised state budget for the fiscal year 2026. This budget now awaits the signature of Governor Brian Kemp. In a statement on Wednesday, Kemp commended state […]
Waiting for your Michigan tax refund? Here’s what the state has to say.
Delays in Michigan State Tax Refunds Thursday marks one month since tax returns started being accepted by both the federal government and the state of Michigan. Recently, 7 News Detroit has been inundated with emails from people concerned about the delays in receiving their state refunds. One individual noted, “While my federal refund has already […]
Do you qualify for a tariff refund? Important information for consumers.
February 24, 2026 The topic of refunds has been stirring discussions nationwide following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn a number of President Donald Trump’s import tariffs on February 20. One report estimates that families in the U.S. could see an increase in taxes of about $1,000 due to these tariffs in 2025. So, […]
Looking for a larger tax refund? Many Americans are receiving higher amounts, find out who qualifies.
Expanded Deductions in the Big Beautiful Bill Aid Tipped Workers, Overtime Employees, and Seniors WASHINGTON — For anyone wondering where the financial relief might be, this year’s tax returns could be a source of good news. This tax season introduces significant changes that may add some extra funds to your wallet, thanks to a recently […]
Looking for a larger tax refund? Many Americans are receiving more money back; find out who qualifies.
The new deductions in the recently passed “Big Beautiful Bill” are set to help tipped workers, those eligible for overtime, and older Americans. For anyone wondering, “Where’s the money?” this tax season might provide some answers. The current tax year is seeing significant changes that could result in some extra cash thanks to the new […]
FedEx takes legal action against the US government for a refund of tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.
FedEx has initiated legal action against the U.S. government, aiming to reclaim tariffs that were imposed during President Donald Trump’s administration targeting imports. This lawsuit emerges following a significant Supreme Court decision which ruled that the president lacked the authority to levy such tariffs based on the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). Filed in […]