The IRS is warning Americans some tax refunds may be put on hold for weeks. How to make sure it doesn't happen to you

Many Americans can expect a windfall tax refund this year, in part due to tax cuts included in the bill that President Donald Trump signed on July 4. It added several tax breaks for 2025, but the IRS did not change how much it was holding back from paychecks — meaning many workers overpaid and will get additional tax back (1). Must Read The IRS will issue these refunds electronically. The agency’s taxpayer advocate says it will temporarily freeze tax refunds for those who don’t provide direct deposit i ...