How can I check tax refund status?
You can check tax refund status by using the “Where’s My Refund?” tools for federal tax refunds or you can go to the IRS2Go app.
To check tax refund status, you’ll need your:
- Social Security number or individual taxpayer ID number (ITIN)
- Filing status
- Exact refund amount
Tax refund fulfilled within several days after you submitted the return electronically or several weeks after mailing a paper return.
When can I expect my tax refund?
The IRS normally expects to issue most of the refunds via direct deposit within 21 days, As per the agency, However, some returns require additional review that take delay the refund.
Issues that cause delay in refund according to the IRS include:
How can I file my tax return for free?
The IRS offers free online and in-person tax preparation options for eligible taxpayers through IRS Free File, IRS Direct File and Volunteer Income Tax Assistance and Tax Counseling for the Elderly programs.
IRS Free File. Taxpayers who has income of $84,000 or less /year can use IRS Free File. IRS Free File Fillable forms, is available at no cost to any income level and provides electronic forms that people fill out and e-file themselves at no cost, then use IRS2Go app to check tax refund status
Direct File. Open in 25 participating states, taxpayers can use Direct File Program to file online directly with the IRS for free. It is a free web-based service – that works on mobile, laptops, tablets or desktop computers. Direct File automatically guides taxpayers to state tools to complete their state taxes. Taxpayers can go to directfile.irs.gov, and they can check if they are eligible and can use “Where’s My Refund?” post tax file to check tax refund
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA). The VITA program offers free tax help to taxpayer who normally make $67,000 or less as well as persons with disabilities and taxpayers whose preferred language is not English.
Apart from VITA, the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) program offers free tax help for all taxpayers, particularly those who are 60 and older.
MilTax. This is a part of Defense Department program which is available to members of the military and some veterans with no income limit. MilTax offers free return preparation and electronic filing software and up to three state income tax returns.
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How do I file my 2024 taxes?
To file 2024 income taxes, fill out a Form 1040 online or mail a paper form.
If you file taxes electronically and return is accurate and complete then it should take around three weeks to receive your refund, according to the IRS.
If you mail in a paper return then refund should be issued within six to eight weeks once IRS receives the filing.
W-2 form for tax filing?
Taxpayer should have received a W-2 form before tax file. It is mandatory that employers give their employees a W-2 form by Jan. 31.
W-2 form presents taxpayer’s total wages for the year and any taxes withheld from your paycheck.
Be Aware of
Scammers will attempt to mislead people about their tax refunds, credits and payments. They pressure taxpayer for their personal, financial and employment information with money.
Avoid odd or misspelled web links for tax file and to check tax refund, which can take people to harmful sites instead of IRS.gov.
