Here are several important dates taxpayers should keep in mind for this year’s filing season:
*February 12: IRS begins 2021 tax season. Individual tax returns begin being accepted and processing begins.
*February 22: Projected date for the IRS.gov Where’s My Refund tool being updated for those claiming EITC and ACTC, also referred to as PATH Act returns.
*First week of March: Tax refunds begin reaching those claiming EITC and ACTC (PATH Act returns) for those who file electronically with direct deposit and there are no issues with their tax returns.
*April 15: Deadline for filing 2020 tax returns.
*October 15: Deadline to file for those requesting an extension on their 2020 tax returns.