Where is my tax refund? A quick guide to navigating the 2025 tax filing season

The 2025 tax filing season is underway, with the IRS officially accepting returns since January 27. Taxpayers are encouraged to file electronically and opt for direct deposit to expedite refunds, which are typically issued within 21 days. The IRS’s “Where’s My Refund?” tool and the IRS2Go mobile app allow individuals to track their refund status within 24 hours of e-filing. For those earning $84,000 or less, the IRS Free File Guided Tax Software is available through October 15. Additionally, programs like Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) offer free tax preparation services to qualified individuals. Taxpayers claiming the Earned Income Tax Credit or Additional Child Tax Credit can expect refunds by March 3, provided they filed electronically and chose direct deposit. The federal tax filing deadline is April 15, 2025. For more information click here.