Some dread doing taxes and wait until the last minute. But millions of others file early to get their tax refunds. What to expect in tax season 2025.

The IRS began processing tax returns Monday. For filers who submit their returns electronically using direct deposit, refunds are generally issued in less than 21 days. There is a caution from the tax agency, however, that urges “taxpayers not to rely on receiving refund by a certain date, especially when making major purchases or paying bills.

The Internal Revenue Service starts tax season 2025 Monday with some changes and an expansion of the Direct File program. Why it matters: The free online tax-filing program is reshaping how millions of Americans do their taxes.

When will I receive my refund? If you file your tax return electronically, the IRS says it should take 21 days or less to receive your refund. If you choose to receive your refund with direct deposit,

If you're planning to use your 2025 tax refund to buy paper Series I savings bonds, you'll need a new strategy. As of 2025, the U.S. Department of the Treasury has eliminated the option to buy paper I bonds through your tax refund.

Tax season began Monday, January 27, 2025. The IRS requires employers to send out W-2 forms no later than January 31.

The only "reward" at the end of the tax filing process for many is the hope of a tax refund. The bigger, the better, right? Not exactly. While a tax refund is certainly better than a tax bill,