The 2025 tax season officially kicked off on Monday, when the Internal Revenue Service began accepting and processing individual income tax returns at 9 a.m. This means that you could be more likely to receive your tax refund sometime in February — if you file early.

Tax season is underway, and the IRS expects 140 million people will file returns by April 15. If you file your tax return electronically, the IRS says it should take 21 days or fewer to receive your refund.

Tax season is officially underway. The IRS expects over 140 million people to file tax returns before the April 15 deadline.

To reduce your risk of falling victim to tax scams, consider these steps: File Early: This helps prevent identity theft and fraudulent filings. Use Secure Networks: When filing online, ensure your internet connection is secure. Monitor Your Tax Accounts: Create an IRS account to track filings and refunds.

Tax season is officially underway, and it’s important to understand how your income might impact your tax bracket. Yahoo Finance personal finance reporter Molly Moorhead sits down in-studio with Wealth host Brad Smith to break down the latest changes to tax brackets.

Experts say an eruption between now and the end of 2025 is inevitable. “I left his house and got in my car and I called my wife first and I was crying, because I knew he did it," Ron Shipp said about OJ Simpson.

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.