
ABLE savings accounts and other tax benefits for persons with disabilities
March 20th, 2025
People with disabilities and their families can use Achieving a Better Life Experience accounts to help pay for qualified disability-related expenses. ABLE accounts are savings accounts that don’t affect eligibility for government assistance programs. Here are some key…

Myth-busting federal tax refunds
March 18th, 2025
Many taxpayers file their federal tax returns and then eagerly anticipate details about their refund. The best way to check the status of a refund is through the Where’s My Refund? tool, the IRS2Go app, or by signing…

Get ready for tax filing season 2025
January 10th, 2025
As tax filing season approaches, the IRS Get Ready campaign reminds taxpayers of simple steps they can take now to get ready to file their 2024 federal tax returns. As the IRS continues its digital…

IRS encourages taxpayers to prepare for 2025 filing season with online tools
November 25th, 2024
Access IRS Online Account for helpful information Taxpayers can create or access their IRS Online Account, where they can find all their tax related information for the 2025 filing season. New users will need to have…

Extension filers: Gather all tax information before filing by October 15
October 1st, 2024
The deadline for taxpayers with an extension to file is around the corner – on Tuesday, Oct. 15. It’s important for taxpayers to gather all their records and get copies of any missing documents before…

Child and Dependent Care tax credit can help offset summer day camp expenses
August 19th, 2024
Summer day camp expenses may count towards the Child and Dependent Care tax credit. Many working parents arrange for care of their younger children under age 13 during the summer. A popular solution is a…

Summer activities that could affect tax returns next year
May 31st, 2024
While summer is a time for fun, it’s never the wrong time to thinking about taxes – and some of those summer activities could have an impact. Here are a few summertime activities and tips…

Taxpayers must file and pay taxes even if they live abroad
May 14th, 2024
It’s important that U.S. citizens and resident aliens living abroad understand their tax obligations. Their worldwide income — including wages, unearned income and tips — is subject to U.S. income tax, regardless of where they…

What taxpayers should do if they receive mail from the IRS
May 6th, 2024
IRS sends notices and letters when it needs to ask a question about a taxpayer’s federal tax return, let them know about a change to their account or request a payment. Don’t panic if something…

Debunking common myths about federal tax refunds
April 17th, 2024
Once people complete and file their tax return, many of them eagerly await any refund they may be owed. Knowing fact from fiction can help manage expectations as they wait for their money. Myth: Calling…

Michigan taxpayers impacted by severe storms, tornadoes and flooding qualify for tax relief; various deadlines postponed to June 17, 2024
February 15th, 2024
The Internal Revenue Service announced tax relief for individuals and businesses in parts of Michigan affected by severe storms, tornadoes and flooding that began on Aug. 24, 2023. These taxpayers now have until June 17,…

Tips to help taxpayers make sure their donations go to legitimate charities
September 12th, 2023
When disaster strikes, Americans can always be counted on to help. That help comes in countless ways, but often the easiest way to help is by donating money to charities. Sadly, criminals are just as…