Tax Refunds
News, insights and expert analysis on tax refunds from the team at Kiplinger.
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IRS CP53E Letters Could Change Following Taxpayer BacklashTax Refunds Millions of taxpayers received confusing IRS refund letters this year. Could improvements be on the way?
By Kelley R. Taylor
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IRS Income Tax Refund Schedule: When Will Your Refund Arrive?Tax Refunds Here's how to check your IRS tax refund status and when you can expect your federal refund.
By Kate Schubel
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Received an IRS Letter? Taxpayer Confusion Grows Over Whether CP53E Notices Are RealTax Refunds IRS notices about refunds and direct deposit information are confusing some taxpayers and raising concerns about scam letters.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Ask the Tax Editor: Questions on Tax Refunds and PenaltiesAsk the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on tax refunds, how to get the IRS to abate a penalty and related topics.
By Joy Taylor
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Bigger Tax Refunds Are Here: So Why Do Most People Still Think Their Taxes Are Too High?Tax Policy As of Tax Day 2026, most Americans say they’re paying too much in taxes, as concerns grow that wealthy individuals and corporations aren’t paying their fair share.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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5 Treats to Splurge on with Your Tax RefundWant to use your tax refund to splurge on a little something nice this spring? Here are five treats to make the most out of that extra cash.
By Rachael Green
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Got a $10k Tax Refund? Here's What You Can Do With ItHere's a solution that benefits both of you.
By Sean Jackson
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6 Ways to Make the Most of Your 2026 Tax RefundWith record amounts expected to be returned to taxpayers this year, having a plan for the money in advance is key.
By Beth Braverman
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New Court Ruling: The IRS May Owe You a Refund for 2020–2023 Tax PenaltiesTax Refunds Some taxpayers may still be able to claim pandemic-era penalties and interest. But eligibility is limited and timing matters.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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