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Tax Season Tips and Resources

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Tax filing season can be the source of many headaches. With tax season upon us, there are resources available for you to help answer any questions you have. IRS issues can be incredibly complicated and getting through to the right people to help can be a challenge. If you have difficulties working with the IRS, my team may be able to assist.   

Here are some tips and resources that may be helpful this tax season. 

Dates and Deadlines  

Now through April 15, 2025, you can file your taxes with the IRS. If you need more time to prepare your federal tax return, visit this link for more information.   

By now you should have received the necessary documents from your employer to file your 2024 taxes. Make sure to collect all of the necessary documents needed for an accurate return before starting your tax return.  

Important IRS Information  

The 2025 tax season has opened, and the IRS is accepting and processing federal individual tax returns. 

With the start of the 2025 filing season, the IRS will be extending hours of service in nearly 250 Taxpayer Assistance Centers (TACs) across the country. To see if a nearby TAC is offering extended hours, taxpayers can visit  Contact your local office to access the IRS.gov TAC Locator tool. 

The IRS and Wisconsin Department of Revenue also partner on free Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs across Wisconsin. To find the VITA or TCE location nearest to you, visit the Wisconsin Department of Revenue's website.

The “Where’s My Refund?” tool on IRS.gov will add more details for taxpayers checking on the status of their tax refund, including clearer and more detailed information such as whether the IRS needs them to respond to a letter requesting additional information. 

Taxpayers can visit IRS.gov 24 hours a day to  get answers to tax questions.IRS.gov is the quickest and easiest option to get help. The Interactive Tax Assistant (ITA) is a tool that provides answers to several tax law questions specific to individual circumstances. 

Additional Information 

In addition to the information above, the IRS has representatives that can help answer any of your questions. For more information on avoiding identity theft scams, filing your tax return electronically, or finding a reputable tax professional, please follow this link.