(NewsNation) — As tax season approaches, millions of Americans qualify to file their taxes for free — but only if they have what’s known as a “simple tax return.” A simple tax return typically ...

Many taxpayers could see bigger refunds this year. From average refund amounts to delays, deductions, and credits, here’s what taxpayers should know as the 2026 tax filing season gets started. Few ...

Whether you need to file a federal tax return for the 2025-2026 tax year depends mainly on your income, filing status, and age. In general, you’re required to file if your gross income exceeds the IRS ...

Tax season opened this year on January 26, 2026, and the IRS expects to process more than 164 million individual tax returns for the 2025 tax year. But not everyone is rushing to file, and not ...

With bigger tax refunds expected this season, it can be tempting to file returns earlier than usual. But incomplete filings can raise flags for the IRS, delaying processing or even triggering an audit ...

A new tax break on overtime pay will save money for many workers. But the savings are less than you'd expect based on what doesn't qualify.