The biggest reasons Americans give the IRS an interest-free loan each year are outdated W-4 forms, missed deductions and unclaimed credits. Stroup pointed out that withholding too much is common for ...
A tax refund feels good because it comes in one lump sum, like a sudden windfall. The truth? That was all your money to begin with that you essentially loaned to the IRS. The average refund in 2025 ...