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Almost half of all tax returns filed could be accurately pre-populated using only current-year information and the previous year's return, according to a recent NBER study.

Robert Brockman, a software billionaire facing a record U.S. tax-fraud indictment, has been released from a Houston-area hospital where he spent two weeks as his health deteriorates.

The IRS chief opens up about IRS challenges, his family and the way forward.

The Internal Revenue Service issued its annual inflation-adjusted amounts for health savings accounts next year as the inflation rate surged to the highest level in decades.

The drugmaker is contesting a multibillion-dollar bill from the IRS in Tax Court.

National Taxpayer Advocate Erin Collins is urging the Internal Revenue Service to expand online services for taxpayers, tax professionals and businesses while reducing its reliance on paper to improve taxpayer service.

Only a tiny fraction of those who could file their taxes for free are actually accessing the no-cost program, according to a new watchdog report.

The Internal Revenue Service revised its answers to frequently asked questions on the Child Tax Credit, adding a new set of six commonly asked filing season questions.

The Internal Revenue Service appointed Lia Colbert as the new commissioner of its Small Business Self-Employed Division to oversee the IRS’s collection activities and the examinations of most businesses in the U.S.

Tips and considerations for accountants abound after tax season.

Math error not in your favor; TIN matching; worst-written notices; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.

“IRS employees want to do more to help taxpayers,” Commissioner Rettig told Congress on Thursday.

IRS site not as popular; marketing’s place in talent acquisition; new blog; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.

The Internal Revenue Service is renewing its call for extra money in its budget Monday as it closes out a challenging tax season.

Audits of high-net-worth filers require more time and expertise, and the agency’s underfunding has led to a significant loss of personnel capable of performing those.

The 2022 tax season, predicted by some to be a perfect storm, is coming to a close with barely a stiff wind.

Americans who have put off their 2021 taxes have less than a week to file a return or an extension — and fill them out accurately to avoid trouble from the IRS.

The service updated its FAQ on the credit, with additional information on receiving it on a 2020 tax return.

Elizabeth Warren and Judy Chu want to know why those making less than $25,000 are audited more often than those making more than $200,000.

Energy-policy mess; time is not on your side; cybersecurity planning; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.