News & Events
Tax Professionals Provide Insights on IRS Future State; Feedback Efforts Continue in 2017 as Online Account Shows Strong Early Use
IR-2016-174, Dec. 21, 2016 — As part of ongoing efforts to receive feedback from the tax community and partner groups, the IRS today said tax professionals attending the Nationwide Tax Forums this year highlighted a number of areas to help the agency shape Future State efforts to improve taxpayer service.
Many ITINs Expire Jan. 1; Renew Now to Avoid Refund Delays, IRS Says
IR-2016-173, Dec. 21, 2016 — Time is running out for many ITIN holders who need to file a federal income tax return in 2017 and want to avoid a long wait for a refund, according to the IRS.
Tax Preparedness Series: IRS Face-To-Face Help Now By Appointment
IR-2016-172, Dec. 20, 2016 — As the tax filing season approaches, the IRS reminds taxpayers that an appointment is required for in-person tax help at all IRS Taxpayer Assistance Centers.
Tax Preparedness Series: Plan Now to Get Full Benefit of Saver’s Credit; Tax Credit Helps Low- and Moderate-Income Workers Save for Retirement
IR-2016-171, Dec. 15, 2016 — As the tax filing season approaches, the IRS reminds low- and moderate-income workers that they can take steps now to save for retirement and earn a special tax credit in 2016 and years ahead.
Tax Preparedness Series: What to Do Before The Tax Year Ends Dec. 31
IR-2016-170, Dec. 14, 2016 — As tax filing season approaches, the IRS is reminding taxpayers there are things they should do now to get ready for filing season.
2017 Standard Mileage Rates for Business, Medical and Moving Announced
IR-2016-169, Dec.13, 2016 — The IRS today issued the 2017 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes.
Plan now to Use Health Flexible Spending Arrangements in 2017; Contribute up to $2,600; $500 Carryover Option Available to Many
IR-2016-168, Dec. 9, 2016 ― The IRS today reminded eligible employees that now is the time to begin planning to take full advantage of their employer’s health flexible spending arrangement during 2017.
2017 Tax Filing Season Begins Jan. 23 for Nation’s Taxpayers, Tax Returns Due April 18
IR-2016-167, Dec. 9, 2016 ― The IRS announced today that the nation’s tax season will begin Monday, Jan. 23, 2017, and reminded taxpayers claiming certain tax credits to expect a longer wait for refunds.
National Tax Security Week Concludes; IRS, Security Summit Partners Continues Work to Protect Taxpayers in 2017
IR-2016-166, Dec. 9, 2016 — The IRS and Security Summit partners urged taxpayers to take immediate steps to protect their personal data to strengthen expanded efforts being taken this upcoming tax season by federal, state and tax industry leaders against identity theft and refund fraud.
IRS Advice to Those with Expiring ITINs: Apply Now to Avoid Refund Delays; Agency Offers Tips on Avoiding Common Errors
IR-2016-165, Dec. 8, 2016 — The IRS today urged any taxpayer with an expiring Individual Taxpayer Identification Number and a need to file a return in the upcoming filing season to file a renewal application in the next few weeks to avoid refund and processing delays.
