Report address changes to ensure you receive IRS correspondence and your refund

Have you moved since you filed your 2022 tax return? If so, make sure you update your address with the IRS now. The IRS expects to issue all refunds for individual returns that do not have errors (or other issues … Read More

Proposed TAS Act Provision to Allow Taxpayers to Bring Refund Suits in the Tax Court Will Be a Game-Changer For Taxpayers

Preparing and filing tax returns can cause anxiety and confusion, but resources are available to help you timely and accurately meet your filing requirements. Free filing and assistance are available through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling … Read More

Making a Tax Payment

Learn more about the different options available to pay your federal taxes. TAS Tax Tip: Paying the IRS Taxes should be paid as you earn or receive income during the year. The IRS offers a variety of ways for you … Read More

Filing Season Round-up

Filing season’s in full swing. If you’re looking for resources to help you make sure your taxes are accurately filed, the Taxpayer Advocate Service has a round-up of the tips and tricks you might need this year.  Where’s My Refund? … Read More

Where’s My Refund?

Where’s My Refund 2024? If you filed a  federal income tax return and are expecting a refund from the IRS, you may want to find out the status of the refund or at least get an idea of when you … Read More

TAS Advocates For Return of Levy Proceeds

A taxpayer contacted TAS because the IRS had been levying their Social Security benefits for payment of an outstanding tax liability. The taxpayer was facing an economic hardship and needed the Social Security income for their necessary living expenses.  The … Read More

How to Get Assistance During the Filing Season

Preparing and filing tax returns can cause anxiety and confusion, but resources are available to help you timely and accurately meet your filing requirements. Free filing and assistance are available through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling … Read More

Be Careful About Listening to Tax Advice on Social Media

Reducing your tax liability may be tempting; however, many social media schemes are illegal and can lead to serious consequences.  TAS Tax Tip: Use Caution When Using Tax Advice or Tax Preparers Found on Social Media  Have you seen some … Read More

Identity Verification and Your Tax Return

Identity theft issues impact millions of taxpayers each year, resulting in considerable delays and taxpayer burden. In the 2023 Annual Report to Congress, National Taxpayer Advocate Erin M. Collins discussed how each year, the IRS flags millions of returns for … Read More

Free File, Free File Fillable Forms, and Direct File

Filing electronically is the safest, fastest, and most accurate way to file your tax return. If you choose to prepare and file your own tax return, depending on your circumstances, the IRS may offer you three ways to electronically file … Read More