Gabriella’s work has also appeared in Money Magazine, The Hyde Park Herald, and the Journal Gazette & Times-Courier. As a reporter and journalist, she enjoys writing stories that empower people from diverse backgrounds about their finances no matter their stage in life.

Deductions can make the difference in your tax refund amount. Here's what to know about tax rates for year 2024, how to track your refund, and more.

If you suspect your refund is missing or stolen, you can ask the IRS to issue a refund trace. This can be done by accessing Where’s My Refund, calling the IRS automated system, or customer service numbers mentioned above. If your check wasn't cashed, you should receive a replacement once the original check is canceled.

The IRS began accepting tax returns on January 27, and expects to receive over 140 million individual tax returns by the April 15 federal deadline.