The IRS expects to receive about 164 million individual income tax returns this year, with most taxpayers filing electronically. Most workers should have their W-2 in hand by now, but if not, don't fret. Employers are required by law to send out the Wage and Tax Statement by Saturday, Jan. 31.

Make sure you claim all the expenses you can when you prepare your 2025 income taxes. We’re here to help you minimize your tax obligation and get the most money back from the IRS.

The IRS has not publicly stated when it will begin accepting tax returns in 2026. Last year, the agency began accepting returns on Jan. 27.

Here's when the IRS and Ohio will start accepting returns, how to deduct overtime and tips, the 2025 tax brackets, and when your refund might come.