With tax season here, many have begun filing taxes, but a partial lapse in government went into effect limiting some federal services.

It's almost tax season! And the number one question we see every year is: when can I expect my tax refund? Most taxpayers receive their IRS tax refund within 21 days of filing, but actual dates vary depending on when your return is accepted,

A government shutdown can create uncertainty, especially if you filed a tax extension for tax year 2024. If you’re wondering how it might impact your tax return, here are the answers you need. File by the deadline: The extended tax deadline of Oct. 15 is ...

WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 1: A sign indicating that the U.S. Capitol Visitor Center is closed due to the government shutdown, on October 1, 2025 in Washington, DC. Congress could not agree on a budget to fund government at midnight, causing the first ...

But the IRS is no doubt preparing for the possibility of a shutdown. "There's this legal framework around government spending, and the Anti-Deficiency Act basically says you can't spend that which you don't have," said O'Donnell. "If you don't have appropriated funds of some manner, the agencies can't operate.

Despite the looming government shutdown, the October 15 tax extension deadline remains in place. Taxpayers who requested an extension for their 2024 fiscal year taxes must submit their returns by October 15, 2025. The underlying tax law continues to apply ...

WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 12: Closed signage is seen around the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden on the National Mall on October 12, 2025 in Washington, DC. Additional Smithsonian locations closed on Sunday due to a lapse in funding from the ...

The Federal Trade Commission reports a spike in phone calls from scammers claiming to be from the IRS and telling potential victims they owe back taxes.

As has happened numerous times in recent years, the possibility of a government shutdown is spotlighting several federal agencies, including the IRS, and raising questions about what services might be impacted. (More on that below.) Now those questions are ...