As the 2026 federal income tax filing season begins in the United States — with taxpayers filing their returns for the 2025 tax year — many Americans are hearing that their tax refunds may be larger than usual. Indeed, a wide range of independent analysts, tax policy researchers, and IRS reporting indicate that refunds this year are likely to be noticeably higher for many filers than in recent filing seasons. This comprehensive guide breaks down: Why refunds could be higher in 2026, What changes to tax law and IRS process are driving those…
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