Tax filing season is stressful. Once the forms arrive and tax software opens, most filers focus on submitting everything as quickly as possible and waiting for their refund. But speed isn’t always the best strategy.
According to IRS data, there were over 1.2 million math errors on individual income tax returns in fiscal year 2024. Simple errors can delay processing, and overlooked credits are a common issue that can reduce your tax refund or, worse, mean you owe the IRS.
