Some dread doing taxes and wait until the last minute. But millions of others file early to get their tax refunds. What to expect in tax season 2025.

When will I receive my refund? If you file your tax return electronically, the IRS says it should take 21 days or less to receive your refund. If you choose to receive your refund with direct deposit,

Tax season began Monday. That's when the IRS officially started accepting tax returns. Many Americans are already counting on refunds. A recent survey conducted by Qualtrics for Intuit Credit Karma found that more than a third of taxpayers rely on their tax refunds to make ends meet.