Tax filing season officially begins Friday. Here’s why you should file as soon as possible
Tax season can be a pain but submitting your return to the IRS as soon as you’re able may be extra important this year. That’s because the coronavirus pandemic has led to changes in the tax code that will impact individual returns and refunds. The season is also shorter than usual this year. The IRS will start accepting and processing tax returns on Friday, Feb. 12, and so far, has made no indication that it will also delay the April 15 filing deadline — an additional incenti