Choosing the correct filing status for your tax return

  Choosing the Correct Filing Status for Your Tax Return Sometimes we see confusion about which filing status people should […] The post Choosing the correct filing status for your tax return appeared first on Taxpayer Advocate Service. ...

What to do if you receive notification your tax return is being examined or audited

What to do if you receive notification your tax return is being examined or audited If the IRS selects your […] The post What to do if you receive notification your tax return is being examined or audited appeared first on Taxpayer Advocate Service. ...

Where’s My Refund?

  Where’s My Refund? If you filed a federal income tax return and are expecting a refund from the IRS, […] The post Where’s My Refund? appeared first on Taxpayer Advocate Service. ...

Filing Season Round-up

Filing Season Round-up Filing season’s in full swing. If you’re looking for resources to help you make sure your taxes […] The post Filing Season Round-up appeared first on Taxpayer Advocate Service. ...

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 […] The post Identity Verification and Your Tax Return appeared first on Taxpayer Advocate Service. ...

Tax resources for individuals filing a federal income tax return for the first time

The Taxpayer Advocate Service shares information to help first-time filers meet their federal tax obligations. Every year brings new people […] The post Tax resources for individuals filing a federal income tax return for the first time appeared first on Taxpayer Advocate Service. ...

The IRS Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Voluntary Disclosure Practice Changes – It’s a Start, But Is It Enough? Your Input Matters!

On December 22, 2025, the IRS announced proposed revisions to its Criminal Voluntary Disclosure Practice (VDP) and opened a 90-day […] The post The IRS Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Voluntary Disclosure Practice Changes – It’s a Start, But Is It Enough? Your Input Matters! appeared first on Taxpayer Advocate Service. ...

How to Prevent a Refund Offset – and What to Do If You’re Facing Economic Hardship

If you were counting on your tax refund to pay rent, cover groceries, or catch up on bills, it can […] The post How to Prevent a Refund Offset – and What to Do If You’re Facing Economic Hardship appeared first on Taxpayer Advocate Service. ...

Create an Online Account to View your Balances, Make Payments, Get Transcripts, and More.

  TAS Tax Tip: Create an Online Account to view your balances, make payments, get transcripts, and more. Setting up […] The post Create an Online Account to View your Balances, Make Payments, Get Transcripts, and More. appeared first on Taxpayer Advocate Service. ...

Getting Help During Tax Filing Season

Tax filing season can be difficult to navigate, but TAS has compiled a list of resources to help you make […] The post Getting Help During Tax Filing Season appeared first on Taxpayer Advocate Service. ...