Every February, millions of taxpayers ask the same question: “Why is my refund being held when my return was accepted weeks ago?”For filers who claim the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or the Additional Child…
Facing a delay in your tax refund? The IRS Integrity Verification Process, also known as Return Integrity Verification Operations (RIVO) or Integrity and Verification Operations (IVO), might be the reason. This specialized IRS program is…
Understanding the Problem and What the IRS Is Doing About It Identity theft and refund fraud continue to be among the fastest-growing threats facing taxpayers every filing season. Criminals use stolen Social Security numbers, W-2…
What Taxpayers Should Expect During Filing Season Identity theft and refund fraud continue to grow each year, and the IRS is responding with a series of new security safeguards designed to stop criminals before refunds…