IRS, tax refunds

Number of IRS tax refunds increases this year
In 2025, the IRS has issued over $124 billion in tax refunds, marking an 8.1% increase from the previous year. This surge in refunds comes despite fewer tax returns being filed, attributed to inflation adjustments and new deductions.
Average tax refunds so far in 2025 are up 7.5% but IRS still receiving fewer early returns
The IRS has issued more than 29.6 million individual income tax refunds through Feb. 21, up 2.3% from a year ago.
IRS Says Americans Haven't Claimed $1 Billion in Refunds: Here's Who's Eligible
To claim the money, Americans need to fill out Form 1040, which is otherwise known as the federal income tax return, for 2021. The IRS estimates that the median refund amount is $781 for 2021, but other credits like the Recovery Rebate Credit are also available.
IRS says time is running out to claim 2021 tax refunds
As the April 15 filing deadline looms, the Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers that after three years, any unclaimed 2021 tax year refunds go to the U.S. Treasury.
Should you get a tax refund? Here's what to know about withholdings, estimated payments
Many people have heard the old advice not to give an interest-free loan to the government, but getting a tax refund isn't always the worst thing.
IRS establishes possible deadlines for the payment of tax refunds
Understanding the timing of your IRS tax refund can significantly impact your financial planning. By submitting your tax return promptly and utilizing electronic filing, you can expedite the process and receive your refund sooner.
Map Reveals Where Americans Are Owed $1 Billion in Unclaimed Tax Refunds
Taxpayers have just over a month to claim refunds and credits before they are gone forever, the IRS is warning.
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Where is your refund? Bigger IRS tax refunds could be coming this year
Federal income tax refunds are higher so far in 2025, meaning that you may be getting back more than you expected. The average federal income tax refund was $2,065 during the first two weeks ...
There's $1 billion in unclaimed tax refunds for 2021. See NY, NJ, CT average payouts
Thousands of taxpayers in the tri-state area are part of the over 1.1 million people across the nation who have unclaimed ...
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Michigan has $37M in unclaimed tax refunds expiring soon, IRS says. How to see if you’re on the list
The IRS says an estimated $1 billion in tax refunds from the 2021 tax year will soon become property of the U.S. Treasury if ...