Author: Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press

The IRS is sending two batches of letters to families who may be eligible for the advanced Child Tax Credit, which would roll out July 15.

Millions of early tax filers wait for a special refund that could involve a few thousand dollars, as the IRS corrects returns to reflect a new waiver.

A Michigan woman was targeted by scammers who pretended to be from a crypto coin website and attempted to drain $50,000 from her bank account.

The IRS detailed on how it will handle a mixup involving a tax break for jobless benefits that became law a month after many already filed returns.

Tax refund delays are hitting millions of people, as the IRS deals with staff shortages, equipment issues and other problems.

Many people, including those who normally aren’t required to file, will want to file a tax return by May 17. Child Tax Credit to offer cash in July.

How can you invest stimulus money wisely? Think twice if you’re planning to use a big chunk of stimulus cash to pay off college debt.

Some who filed 2020 income tax returns may qualify for more stimulus money now and the IRS is making those adjustments.

Some early filers are waiting for a tax refund more than six weeks already — far longer than typical — as the IRS deals with tax credits and fraud.

Federal tax returns are due May 17, but many people still need to pay their first quarter 2021 estimated tax payments April 15. Plus more tax tips.