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Will an IRS Tax Prep Service Replace H&R Block or TurboTax?

IRS Direct File has some wondering if people will leave H&R Block and TurboTax and let the IRS do their taxes.

Kiplinger

IRS chief says agency is 'deeply concerned' by higher audit rates for Black taxpayers

Findings from an internal investigation come after researchers said the IRS was at least three times more likely to audit Black taxpayers than other racial groups.

WEKU

IRS moves forward with free e-filing system in pilot program to launch in 2024

The IRS is planning to launch a pilot program for a government-run, online tax filing system that’s free for all

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The IRS is building its own online tax filing system. Tax-prep companies aren't happy

The IRS is working to develop its own free electronic tax-filing system in a potential challenge to commercial products such as TurboTax. The agency plans a pilot test of the program next year.

WEKU

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

IRS Service Improvements Could Bring Faster Tax Refunds

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

Kiplinger

IRS Says File Soon for $1.5 Billion in Unclaimed Tax Refunds

Unclaimed tax refunds from 2019 are waiting for millions of people who might not know it – but only if they file the pandemic-era tax return soon. Are you one of them?

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‘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

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

IRS Overhaul Means Chances of an Audit Increases Tenfold (For The Wealthy)

The IRS plans to use the $80 billion in new federal funding to increase audits of corporations and wealthy residents.

The Street

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

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

IRS $80 Billion Plan Targets Taxpayer Compliance, Improved Service

The IRS unveiled its much-anticipated strategic operating plan detailing how the agency will spend $80 billion in funding allocated over 10 years under the Inflation Reduction Act.

Kiplinger

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

The IRS unveiled a 10-year plan Thursday for going after upper-income households and bigger businesses that dodge taxes.

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The Independent UK

New IRS leader promises faster, easier tax filing process

The Internal Revenue Service’s new commissioner promises that with billions in new funding, the agency will be faster, more service-focused and tech- savvy and will provide “real-world improvements” to taxpayers

Roll Call

Yellen: IRS to reveal plan this week for spending $80 billion - Roll Call

Congress last year enacted the funding to crack down on tax cheats and make dealing with the agency smoother for taxpayers.

The Street

IRS Issues Another Warning to Avoid Tax Scams (or Risk an Audit)

'People should be incredibly wary about following advice being shared on social media,' says IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel.

Kiplinger

IRS: Don't Trust All Social Media Tax Tips

The IRS warns that not all social media tax advice should be trusted.

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Be Careful Accepting Tax ‘Help,’ Warns IRS

“This is just a scam to obtain valuable and sensitive tax information,” warns the IRS Commissioner.

The Street

Yet Another Tax Scam Is Making The Rounds, Warns IRS

“We urge honest taxpayers not to be caught up in these schemes,” warns IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel.

The Independent UK

IRS nominee faces herculean challenge of modernizing agency

A familiar face is positioned to take on the monumental task of rebuilding the understaffed and underappreciated IRS

The Independent UK

Biden to renominate Garcetti, others as new Senate begins

President Joe Biden will start the new Senate session on Tuesday by resubmitting 85 nominations that fell short last year

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