Elon Musk creates confusion about IRS' Direct File — but the free tax program is still available
Billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk posted Monday on his social media site that he had “deleted” 18F, a government agency that worked on technology projects such as the IRS’ Direct File program. This led to some confusion about whether Direct File is still available to taxpayers,
Taxpayers in 25 states eligible for new IRS program this year. You might be one
NEW YORK — Tax season is underway, and the IRS expects 140 million people will file returns by April 15. The agency has also debuted a new online tool to help taxpayers check the status of any refund they may be entitled to. The Direct File program expanded to 25 states from 12 last year.
No, Trump's IRS Hiring Freeze Won't Slow Down Your Taxes, but the Way You File Might
President Donald Trump ordered an indefinite hiring freeze at the IRS ahead of tax season, but fears about delayed tax returns might not be warranted.
How Trump’s IRS Initiatives Could Harm Tax Filing Season
And the potential loss of expertise in information technology and cybersecurity could put both agency efficiency and taxpayer information at risk.
Musk says he 'deleted' IRS easy filing team that let Americans file taxes for free online
In a post on X, unelected government official Elon Musk revealed that he has cut the staff of the Internal Revenue Service that oversaw the system that allows Americans to file their taxes for free easily on its website.
Musk says group that built IRS ‘Direct File’ program ‘has been deleted’
In reply to a post to X that said “18F, the far left government wide computer office that was recently taken over by allies of @elonmusk, is
Musk Says He’s ‘Deleted’ Popular Free IRS Tax Filing Program
President Trump’s “special government employee,” Elon Musk, announced on Monday that he has dissolved the Internal Revenue Service’s free file program, effectively firing the staff who worked on the popular program.
IRS federal tax return filing deadline is April 15 — unless you get an extension
April 15 is the filing deadline for 2024 federal income tax returns for most people. Others in states hit by disasters have ...
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Want to receive your tax refund faster? The IRS says these tips can prevent delays
Refunds are typically received within 21 days of the IRS accepting your return, but some issues can delay that timeline.
Can I negotiate my old tax debt with the IRS?
The IRS can use aggressive tactics to collect your tax debt, but you may be able to negotiate a settlement instead.
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'Sponsored by Turbo Tax': Critics jab Elon Musk over IRS cuts
One of Elon Musk's biggest cuts was to the team that helps run the easy filing system for the Internal Revenue Service.
$7,830 IRS credit: What to know about qualifying for the Earned Income Tax Credit
The federal Earned Income Tax Credit is designed for low to moderate-income wage earners and is fully refundable, meaning ...
$10M+ in earnings, $0 to IRS; Jacksonville-area businessman charged with tax evasion
The Internal Revenue Service estimated Phillip Mak owed $1.9 million in taxes, interest and fees, said a federal indictment.
IRS Warns of New 'Smishing' Scam Targeting American Taxpayers
The Internal Revenue Service ( IRS) is warning of a new "smishing" scam targeting Americans who are due to receive money as ...
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Documents to file with the IRS if you get divorced
Divorce is a significant life transition that brings about various changes, including how you handle your taxes. To ensure a ...