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The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) reminded taxpayers that the 2026 filing season is rapidly approaching. The IRS encourages taxpayers to take steps to ensure they can file promptly and accurately for the upcoming season.
The IRS maintains the IRS.gov/GetReady webpage with helpful information. The webpage has many practical tips and resources for taxpayers. Preparing for the filing season can be simplified into two main steps.
Setting up direct deposit remains the quickest option for receiving a tax refund. Per an executive order, the IRS has started to phase out paper checks for tax refunds. Taxpayers without a bank account may want to explore opening an account or looking into alternative methods to receive a direct deposit.
You should gather your tax information and have an organized system for maintaining your records. The required forms are generally issued by the end of January and would be expected to be received by early February.
Older adults and military members also may benefit from the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) or Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs.
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