IRS, refunds and 2021 tax

IRS unclaimed tax refunds: Are you still owed money in 2025? This is your last chance to get it
More than a million American taxpayers could be leaving cash on the table as the deadline to claim tax refunds from three years ago is fast approaching. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued a warning that more than a million taxpayers are still eligible to receive a share of more than $1 billion in refunds—but they need to act quickly.
How IRS Tax Refunds Will Be Impacted by Mass Layoffs
The layoffs, which have been directed by the so-called Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by billionaire and "special government employee" Elon Musk, have sparked concerns among experts who fear that the IRS won't be able to process Americans' tax refunds as quickly as usual this year.
Average tax refunds so far in 2025 are up 7.5% but IRS still receiving fewer early returns
The IRS has issued more than 29.6 million individual income tax refunds through Feb. 21, up 2.3% from a year ago.
Got a Big Tax Refund? You May Be Overpaying the IRS. Here's Why
Instead of getting one big check, you could see that money spread out throughout the year to help cover monthly expenses
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 in 2021 but did not file a federal income tax return to claim it.
IRS says time is running out to claim 2021 tax refunds
As the April 15 filing deadline looms, the Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers that after three years, any unclaimed 2021 tax year refunds go to the U.S. Treasury.
What are the hours at which the IRS deposits tax refunds?
If you've already filed your tax return, it's natural to wonder when you'll receive your refund. One of the most common questions is the exact time the IRS makes deposits.
So far, IRS upheaval has not tripped up tax filing and refund issuance, tax pros say
The Internal Revenue Service has been in a state of turmoil ever since members of the Department of Government Efficiency ...
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IRS Tax Refund Delays as Federal layoffs slash workforce
Millions of Americans awaiting their IRS tax refunds this season may face significant delays due to mass layoffs at the IRS.
Tax refunds are larger in 2025. Here's why
Through February 2025, the average tax refund was $3,182. That's a 6.3% increase from the same period in 2024.
2025 tax season: Experts share top tips to maximize your return
Just one month remains in the 2025 tax filing season before the April 15 deadline. As of March 7, the Internal Revenue ...
Should you get a tax refund? Here's what to know about withholdings, estimated payments
Many people have heard the old advice not to give an interest-free loan to the government, but getting a tax refund isn't ...
5 ways to get your tax refund faster
CNBC Select explains how filing digitally and arranging for direct deposit can speed up your refund by a matter of weeks.
Nearly 4-in-10 Americans depend on their tax refund to stay afloat — here's why and how to break the cycle
Nearly 4-in-10 (39%) of taxpayers are counting on their tax refund to pay for basic necessities, according to a new survey by ...
Common tax return errors: 6 mistakes and how to prevent them
Often federal tax returns are denied because of errors made by the taxpayer. These errors are often easily fixed if ...