For the 2023 tax season, the IRS processed 163,515,000 returns, resulting in an average refund of $3,170, a slight increase from the previous season's average of $3,145. With infl

The IRS cautions taxpayers not to rely on receiving a refund by a certain date, especially when making major purchases or paying bills.

If you have already filed your tax returns for 2024, there is a way to track your refund status through the IRS. The Where’s My Refund? tool can be used to check if your return has been received, approved or sent,

The IRS has outlined essential dates and guidelines to ensure you receive your funds without unnecessary delays.

With tax season underway, here's what you need to know about tracking your tax refund and your new 2025 tax brackets.

Visit the tracker page on the IRS website and click the Check your refund button. Once directed to the Refund Status page, enter your details and click Submit. You should be directed to your refund status. Note that it takes 24 hours after you e-file your return or four weeks after you file a paper tax return for your status to appear.

Around 140 million Americans are expected to file their tax returns by the April 15 deadline. Last year, roughly two-thirds of taxpayers received a refund, with the average refund amount being $3,100.

If you are eligible for a tax refund, filing earlier could mean your rebate will be paid quicker, but it’s possible your return may require additional review and take longer to process. The deadline to file your taxes this year — both federal and in North Carolina — is April 15.

Wondering when your tax refund will arrive? There's an app to track that. Here's how to use it, plus what to know about California state taxes.