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The IRS will stop making most unannounced visits to taxpayers' homes and businesses

The agency said instead it will send letters to certain taxpayers to set up face-to-face meetings.

WEKU · Jul 24, 2023

Warning: Watch Out for New IRS Refund Mail Scam

If you receive a cardboard envelope appearing to be from the IRS about an unclaimed tax refund, be cautious. It’s a new scam.

Kiplinger · Jul 4, 2023

Californians Will Get Another IRS Tax Deadline Letter

Millions of California residents impacted by severe weather will get a new mailing from the IRS about when their taxes are due.

Kiplinger · Jun 29, 2023

He's trying to fix the IRS and has $80 billion to play with. This is his plan

There are two competing trends: The population of the U.S. has grown at the same time as the workforce of the IRS has shrunk. A 10-year, $80 billion plan aims to tackle the agency's troubles.

WEKU · May 4, 2023

IRS Service Improvements Could Bring Faster Tax Refunds

Recent IRS improvements mean taxpayers could see faster tax refunds next year and beyond.

Kiplinger · Apr 26, 2023

IRS Says File By April 15 for $1 Billion in Unclaimed Tax Refunds

Unclaimed tax refunds from 2021 are waiting for millions who might not know it.

Kiplinger · Apr 18, 2023

‘IRS is finally answering the phones’ but struggles with technology as Tax Day nears

WASHINGTON — It’s been easier this year to get in touch with someone at the Internal Revenue Service.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Apr 14, 2023

Commentary: The IRS is becoming a model of efficiency. Really

Paying taxes is like paying a visit to the dentist: We might not like doing it, but deep down we know we need to. Among other things, our federal taxes fund national defense, health care for veterans, loans to small businesses, critical repairs for crumbling road and rail bridges, and…

Tribune News Service · Apr 13, 2023

No, the IRS isn't calling you. It isn't texting or emailing you, either

Since 2018, over 75,000 victims have lost $28 million to IRS imposters over the phone, email, texts and more. Here's how the IRS actually contacts taxpayers and how you can spot imposters.

WEKU · Apr 7, 2023

IRS unveils plan to crack down on tax cheats, improve service

WASHINGTON — The IRS unveiled a 10-year plan Thursday for going after upper-income households and bigger businesses that dodge taxes while also becoming a more nimble agency with top-tier customer service.

Tribune News Service · Apr 7, 2023