Tax Tip 2025-21, April 17, 2025 — Taxpayers who missed the April 15 filing deadline should submit their tax return as soon as possible. Those who missed the deadline to file but owe taxes should file timely to avoid penalties and interest.

Tax Tip 2025-20, April 3, 2025 —There are two tax credits designed to help taxpayers reduce education costs: the American Opportunity Tax Credit and the Lifetime Learning Credit.

Tax Tip 2025-19, March 27, 2025 — Taxpayers can access their personal tax records in several ways. Those records are useful and can help with future tax filing.

Tax Tip 2025-18, March 25, 2025 — Taxpayers should make sure they have all their documents before filing a federal tax return.

Tax Tip 2025-17, March 20, 2025 — People with disabilities and their families can use Achieving a Better Life Experience accounts to help pay for qualified disability-related expenses.

Tax Tip 2025-16, March 18, 2025 — Many taxpayers file their federal tax returns and then eagerly anticipate details about their refund.

Tax Tip 2025-15, March 6, 2025 — Taxpayers can avoid mistakes and receive a timely refund by preparing to file their tax return ahead of time.

IRS Tax Tip 2025-14, March 4, 2025 — Mistakes can happen when preparing a tax return — and that can cause delays or even rejected returns. Knowing what to lookout for can help taxpayers be better prepared when they file their federal tax return.

Tax Tip 2025-13, Feb 27, 2025 — The IRS continues to expand its online capabilities with the Business Tax Account tool, giving a growing number of eligible business taxpayers a quicker and easier way to access tax information online and meet their tax obligations.

Tax Tip 2025-12, Feb. 7, 2025 — Taxpayers can file their taxes quickly, easily and for free directly with the IRS using IRS Direct File. The web-based service, available in English and Spanish, offers guided help for preparing and filing a federal tax return from a smartphone, tablet or computer in 25 states.

Tax Tip 2025-11, Feb. 6, 2025 — When people turn to tax professionals for help preparing their federal tax return, they should choose their preparer with care.

Tax Tip 2025-10, Feb. 5, 2025 — Taxpayers should start gathering and organizing records to get ready for filing their 2024 federal tax return.

Tax Tip 2025-09, Feb. 4, 2025 — IRS Free File lets qualified taxpayers get free tax preparation, free electronic filing and free direct deposit of their federal tax refund, if they’re owed one, using guided tax preparation software.

Tax Tip 2025-08, Jan. 23, 2025 — As people prepare to file their 2024 tax return, the IRS reminds taxpayers they can find answers to their tax questions from the comfort of their home using IRS online tools and resources.

Tax Tip 2025-07, Jan. 22, 2025 — All taxpayers have rights any time they interact with the IRS. These ten rights are outlined in the Taxpayer Bill of Rights.

Tax Tip 2025-06, Jan. 17, 2025 — Taxpayers should be aware of gift card scams and take steps to protect themselves. Scammers may target taxpayers by asking them to pay a fake tax bill with gift cards. People should remember that the IRS never asks for or accepts gift cards as payment for a tax bill.

Tax Tip 2025-05, Jan. 14, 2025 — Business taxpayers can file electronically any Form 1099 series information returns for free with the IRS Information Returns Intake System. The IRIS Taxpayer Portal is available to any business of any size.

Tax Tip 2025-04, Jan. 13, 2025 — The SECURE 2.0 Act makes it easier for qualified individuals impacted by a federally declared major disaster to access their retirement savings.

Tax Tip 2025-03, Jan. 8, 2025 — As tax filing season approaches, the IRS Get Ready campaign reminds taxpayers of simple steps they can take now to get ready to file their 2024 federal tax returns.

Tax Tip 2025-02, Jan. 7, 2025 — A taxpayer’s filing status generally depends on their being married or unmarried on the last day of the year – which means that a taxpayer’s marital status as of December 31, 2024, determines their tax filing options for all of 2024.

Tax Tip 2025-01, Jan. 6, 2025 — Every filing season, IRS-certified volunteers help qualified individuals file federal tax returns. Anyone who wants to make a difference in their community can help by volunteering with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance or Tax Counseling for the Elderly Programs.