
For millions of Americans, a tax refund is not a bonus. It is survival money. It clears credit card debt, pays rent, and restores savings after a long year. In 2026, however, thousands of taxpayers may have to wait longer than expected.

For millions of Americans, a tax refund is not a bonus. It is survival money. It clears credit card debt, pays rent, and restores savings after a long year. In 2026, however, thousands of taxpayers may have to wait longer than expected.