Federal tax credits come in a number of flavors, including refundable, nonrefundable and partially refundable. Here’s what you should know heading into tax season.

Your tax return could trigger an IRS audit if you're missing key tax forms, experts say. Here's a checklist of forms and when to expect them.

Who doesn't like getting money back instead of paying it out?

It happens more often than you might think. Life gets busy, finances get complicated and suddenly, a year (or more) goes by without filing your tax return. Whatever the reason, though having unfiled ...

If you are owned a refund, you don't want to wait six weeks to get it. The IRS has some tips to help ensure you get your ...

IRS Direct File, which was offered in 25 states last year, has been discontinued. But one very-much underused, free program remains for 2026.