Don’t wait until the last minute: new deductions and filing updates could mean a larger refund for 2025.

The Internal Revenue Service 1040 tax form for 2022 is seen on April 17, 2023. Jon Elswick/AP
NEW YORK—Tax season is underway and you have until April 15 to file your return with the IRS. If you want to avoid the stress of the looming deadline, start getting organized as soon as possible.
“Don’t wait until the last minute but also don’t rush,” said Tom O’Saben, director of tax content and government relations at the National Association of Tax Professionals.


