IRS might owe many taxpayers COVID tax refunds — here’s how to find out if you qualify
Many Americans might be eligible for tax refunds related to the pandemic, and the time to act is quickly running out, despite ongoing legal disputes. In a case known as Kwon v. United States, the U.S. Court of Federal Claims determined last November that a particular tax rule about extensions for disaster filings should have […]
Woman loses thousands in SIM swap fraud before bank refunds her money
Imagine you’re at home, casually scrolling through your phone. Then, suddenly, everything goes silent—texts stop, calls fail, notifications vanish. This was the unsettling reality for Patricia Escriva from Florida, who experienced an alarming loss of control over her phone number. She soon discovered that, within minutes, someone else had taken over her number, leading to […]
Taxpayer advocate alerts to July 2026 deadline for IRS refunds from the COVID period
Peter Navarro, the White House Commerce and Manufacturing Advisor, recently discussed President Trump’s significant increase in tax refunds during an interview. Meanwhile, the IRS Taxpayer Advocate has announced that a considerable number of U.S. taxpayers might be eligible for refunds or reduced penalties due to delays in filing deadlines brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. […]
Former Chick-fil-A employee charged with stealing $80,000 through fraudulent refunds in Texas
Former Chick-fil-A Employee Arrested for Fraudulent Refunding A former employee of Chick-fil-A in Texas was recently arrested on charges that he stole over $80,000 through a fraudulent refund scheme, according to police reports. Keishun Jones, who lost his job at the Grapevine location last year, is accused of returning to the restaurant multiple times to […]
FedEx and UPS will give back tariff refunds following Supreme Court decision
FedEx and UPS have announced they will issue refunds to customers following a Supreme Court ruling that potentially opens the door for billions in refunds tied to import taxes established during the Trump administration. The companies stated they will return funds once the federal government begins processing claims linked to the International Emergency Economic Powers […]
Shrimpers in the US encounter a tough situation due to rising fuel prices and tariff refunds.
Shrimp boats lining the Gulf Coast are gearing up for the new season, but many are stuck at the docks with empty tanks. Shrimpers in Bayou La Batre, Alabama, express concerns that the soaring fuel prices make it hard to embark on typical month-long shrimping expeditions. In fact, many boats are remaining docked as high […]
Businesses face challenges accessing new portal for $166B in tariff refunds
Tariff Refund Portal Launched but Faces Overload On Monday, the Trump administration rolled out an online portal for U.S. companies to apply for tariff refunds. However, the site quickly became overwhelmed by the high volume of applications, as reported. The “CAPE” system introduced by U.S. Customs and Border Protection is designed to help importers submit […]
Companies can start applying for tariff refunds as the US reverses previous import taxes.
Duty Refunds Begin for Businesses Following Court Rulings Starting Monday, businesses can file for duty refunds as the federal government begins the process of rolling back billions of dollars in import duties that were imposed during the Trump administration. This could lead to what might be the largest repayment in U.S. history for importers. The […]
Uber Eats introduces simpler returns with immediate refunds, but there’s a catch.
Uber Eats Introduces Easy Returns for Online Shoppers Now you can return items online without even stepping outside, but there’s a catch. Uber Eats has launched a new feature that enables online shoppers to return products bought via shipping apps and get an instant refund. According to Uber, this is a first for the on-demand […]
Today’s tax deadline: advice for timely filing and quick refunds
Last-Minute Tax Tips for the 2025 Tax Return Deadline As the midnight deadline approaches for Tax Day, CPA and TurboTax expert Lisa Greene-Lewis shares some essential advice for individuals filing their 2025 tax returns. Taxpayers need to file their returns or request an extension before the clock strikes midnight on April 15. For those who […]