IRS to test a limited pilot in 2024 for its own free ‘Direct File’ option
Many taxpayers like the notion of a do-it-yourself plan for preparing and filing their tax returns digitally for free through an IRS-run system.
IRS to Stop Processing Employee Retention Credits Until 2024
The IRS is clamping down on fraud in a pandemic-era tax program benefitting small businesses.
IRS to send taxpayers a ‘special reminder letter’ about debt. Who may get one and what to expect
After a two-year hiatus on automated collection notices, the IRS said it will soon resume sending such letters — and experts have tips if you receive one.
IRS to Reject Billions of Dollars in ‘Improper’ ERC Claims
The IRS will deny billions of dollars’ worth of claims for a pandemic-era tax break while working to process lower-risk filings, the agency said on Thursday afternoon.
IRS to offer free online direct filing system for some taxpayers in 2024
The IRS is testing a system that would allow taxpayers to file federal tax returns for free online directly with the agency, with a pilot program launching for some filers next year.
IRS tests free e-filing system that could compete with tax-prep giants
The prototype program developed by the federal government could be available for a small group of taxpayers by January
IRS Temporarily Stops Employee Retention Credit Processing
A rash of bogus ERC claims in recent months has prompted the IRS to put the program on hold through at least the end of 2023.
IRS stops most home visits over employee safety concerns and scams
IRS agents won’t be knocking on Americans’ doors unannounced anymore because of increasing worries over agents’ safety and imposter scams.
IRS starts paperless processing initiative
The Internal Revenue Service hopes to process all of the tax correspondence, notice responses and nontax forms it receives digitally in the next two years in an effort
IRS Shuffles Leadership Roles in Revamp With Fresh Funds
The IRS is revamping the top of its organizational structure for the first time in two decades, the agency announced Wednesday.