For those who submitted their tax returns between April 14 and April 20, 2025, the wait for an IRS refund is almost over.

but will the recent firing of thousands of IRS employees delay your refund? "The IRS has indicated that the filing season and processing of tax returns should not be disrupted; however ...

In 2024, the average tax refund was $3,138, and the IRS issued about 105 million refunds ... The NewsNation tax calculator makes it easy to estimate your tax burden. Estimate your tax burden ...

For those who filed on time and opted for direct deposit, the IRS schedule suggests that your refund could arrive between May 5 and May 11, 2025. This is welcome news for many who rely on this ...

Return Received – The IRS received your return and are processing it. Refund Approved – The IRS approved your refund and are preparing to issue it by the date shown. Refund Sent – The IRS ...

However, this time frame is not guaranteed. To check the status of your refund, you can use the IRS online tool called “Where’s My Refund?” You will need to enter your Social Security number ...

For those who have already submitted their returns, the IRS offers tools like “Where’s My Refund?” to track the status. This tool requires your Social Security number or ITIN, filing status ...

The IRS advises taxpayers not to depend on receiving a refund by a specific date, particularly when making significant purchases or paying bills. Some returns may need further review, which could ...