Tax refunds could be up. When will the IRS accept returns in 2026?

Taxpayers could be stretched to new limits in 2026 as key but complicated new tax breaks kick into place on 2025 federal ...

AI takes on return fraud as holiday returns surge

Retailers lose $76.5 billion annually to return fraud as nearly 10% of U.S. retail returns involve fraudulent activity, with ...

When does the IRS start accepting returns? Early tax tips for 2026

Taxpayers could be stretched to new limits in 2026 as complicated new tax breaks kick into place on 2025 federal income tax returns.

As holiday returns surge, this company is using AI to spot fakes

Companies like Happy Returns accept box-free returns from a growing number of retailers at designated drop-off points, like ...

Amazon, Walmart, Target, and more are offering extended returns for holiday purchases — but exceptions and fees could apply

Many retailers are extending their typical returns period for products bought during the holiday season. Here are the major ...
Time

Here’s When You Can Expect Your IRS Tax Refund and How You Can Track It

The 2025 tax return filing season began on Jan. 27, so it’s only natural that people are thinking about potential refunds. An update from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) shared that by Jan. 31, the ...
CBS News

Here's what to know about the IRS "Where's my refund?" app and your new 2025 tax brackets

Tax season is now underway, with the IRS accepting returns for all taxpayers as of Jan. 27. That's prompting many people to turn to the "Where's my refund?" app from the tax agency to track when ...
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No, a Tax Return and Tax Refund Are Not the Same

Completing your taxes is tricky, especially if you file without the help of tax software or an adviser. It can get even more confusing when you see the terms "tax return" and "tax refund" used ...
Forbes

How IRS Layoffs Might Affect Your Tax Refund’s Timing

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. This year, a new challenge has emerged that could throw a wrench in the works: IRS layoffs. As President Donald Trump’s ...
Forbes

Does The IRS Have Your Money? There’s More Than $1 Billion In Unclaimed Refunds For Tax Year 2021

The IRS estimates that more than 1.1 million taxpayers might have qualified for a refund but did not file a federal income tax return to claim it. The IRS may have your money. The tax agency says that ...
Charlotte Observer

Your tax refund could be delayed in NC this year. Here’s why

Tax returns started going out weeks ago, but some North Carolina residents are still waiting on their money. A Raleigh resident took to Reddit on Wednesday, April 23 saying their state refund check ...
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Sephora return policy 2025: How returns, exchanges and refunds work

If that lipstick shade is way off or a new serum triggers irritation, the Sephora return policy can be a lifesaver. The good news: Sephora still lets you return most new or gently used products within ...