Income Tax
2018 IRS Tax Refund Schedule – Where’s My Refund?
How quickly a taxpayer receives a refund also depends on when they file and whether they have requested a direct deposit of their refund, or a paper check. This is because during some time frames there is increased traffic, with more filers getting ...
IRS Starts Processing Returns: Chart Shows Estimated Income Tax Refund Dates
The IRS started processing returns on January 29. The IRS will not start processing returns with the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC) until mid-February 2018.
Feb. 8 Government Shutdown Could Cripple IRS in Middle of Tax Season
The shutdown of the federal government on January 20 only lasted two days. But another deadline is looming: Uncle Sam will close up shop again on February 8 if Congress doesn’t take further action.
2018 IRS Income Tax Refund Chart
The IRS will start processing most returns on January 29, but will not start processing returns with the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC) until mid-February 2018.
Trump to Tap Beverly Hills Lawyer to Lead the IRS
If nominated and approved, Rettig faces an uphill battle in turning around the IRS, which has suffered in recent years from a dwindling budget and several black eyes, including the “Tea Party scandal” that unfolded under Koskinen’s watch.
Many Disabled Taxpayers Qualify for EITC
A tax professional such as a CPA, EA or tax attorney can assist taxpayers in determining whether they are eligible for this and other credits.
IRS Says More Taxpayers May Qualify for EITC Due to Hurricanes
A special computation method, available only to people who lived in one of the hurricane disaster areas during 2017, may enable them to claim the EITC or claim a larger than usual credit. Under this method, taxpayers whose incomes dropped in 2017 can ...
How to Choose an Income Tax Preparer: Which Tax Pros Can Represent Taxpayers Before the IRS?
Participants in the program who are not attorneys, CPAs or EAs do not have unlimited rights. Their rights are limited to representing clients whose returns they prepare and sign, but only before revenue agents, customer service agents and the taxpayer ...