I t's only been a few days since the start of tax season on Monday, Jan. 27, but if you've submitted your tax return early, you may be wondering when your refund will arrive. Ther

Tax season is underway. The IRS has debuted a new online tool to help taxpayers check the status of any refund they may be entitled to.

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 good news? Things are actually getting better at the IRS. The head of the National Taxpayer Advocate, a watchdog agency that observes the IRS, said in its 2024 report that “For the first time since I became the National Taxpayer Advocate in 2020, I can begin this report with good news: The taxpayer experience has noticeably improved.”

The "Where is my refund?" tool is an IRS tracking system for filers to get updates on the status of their tax refund. Those looking to keep an eye on their money can log in online or via the IRS2Go mobile app and check back daily to see when they can expect their funds.

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.

The IRS has officially started accepting and processing tax returns. From new tools to direct file, there are plenty of things you might want to know about to make doing your taxes a little easier this year.

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,