Forbes

Tax Season 2026: Resources, Free Help, And How To Track Your Tax Refund

The IRS began accepting 2025 individual tax returns for processing on Jan. 26. Here’s where to get help with filing, and when you might get your tax refund. The 2025 tax return filing season ...
CNBC

This is one of the ‘most important steps’ before tax season opens, IRS says

The 2026 tax season opens on Jan. 26, which is the first day the IRS will accept and process individual tax returns for 2025. To prepare, you should access your IRS online account, which could provide ...
Forbes

What’s Open—And What’s Not—At The IRS During The Government Shutdown

Due to the government shutdown—now in its third week—IRS operations are limited. Despite the need to prepare for the upcoming tax filing season—with new tax laws like no tax on tips in place—the IRS ...