News releases
2019
- IR-2019-211, December 18, 2019 - IRS: Make a tax payment now, avoid a tax-time surprise
- IR-2019-178, October 31, 2019 - Get Ready for Taxes: Get ready today to file 2019 federal income tax returns
- IR-2019-163, October 7, 2019 - Reminder: Oct. 15 deadline approaching for taxpayers who requested extensions
- IR-2019-155, September 13, 2019 - Tax Withholding Estimator helps retirees; figures tax on Social Security benefits
- IR-2019-152, September 9, 2019 - Third quarter estimated tax payment due Sept. 16
- IR-2019-149, September 4, 2019 - New IRS Tax Withholding Estimator helps workers with self-employment income
- IR-2019-144, August 14, 2019 - IRS automatically waives estimated tax penalty for eligible 2018 tax filers
- IR-2019-139, August 6, 2019 - IRS launches new Tax Withholding Estimator; Redesigned online tool makes it easier to do a paycheck checkup
- IR-2019-112, June 14, 2019 - IRS reminder: Taxpayers can help determine the right amount of tax to withhold from their paychecks by doing a Paycheck Checkup now
- IR-2019-111, June 13, 2019 - IRS reminds taxpayers to adjust tax withholding to pay the right tax amount
- IR-2019-110, June 12, 2019 - IRS Withholding Calculator can help workers have right amount of tax withheld following tax law changes
- IR-2019-108, June 11, 2019 - IRS reminder: Get tax withholding right; do a Paycheck Checkup at least once every year
- IR-2019-107, June 10, 2019 - IRS continues campaign to encourage taxpayers to do a Paycheck Checkup; use Withholding Calculator to help get right amount for 2019
- IR-2019-105, June 6, 2019 - IRS reminder: June 17 is next deadline for those who pay estimated taxes
- IR-2019-99, June 3, 2019 - IRS now billing those who filed for 2018 but didn’t pay; many payment options available
- IR-2019-98, May 31, 2019 - IRS, Treasury unveil proposed W-4 design for 2020
- IR-2019-97, May 23, 2019 - IRS: Doing a ‘Paycheck Checkup’ is a good idea for workers with multiple jobs
- IR-2019-91, May 8, 2019 - During Small Business Week, IRS urges businesses to make estimated tax payments so they don’t owe
- IR-2019-88, May 6, 2019 - For Small Business Week: Backup withholding rate now 24 percent, bonuses 22 percent; workers urged to do a Paycheck Checkup
- IR-2019-81, April 29, 2019 - For those who missed the tax-filing deadline, IRS says file now to avoid bigger bill
- IR-2019-80, April 26, 2019 - Done with taxes this year? Use 2018 return to get 2019 withholding right
- IR-2019-69, April 10, 2019 - Taxpayers can get faster tax refunds with Direct Deposit
- IR-2019-65, April 8, 2019 - IRS: Rushing to file taxes can result in errors, use e-file, file extension if needed
- IR-2019-64, April 5, 2019 - Tax deadline approaches: IRS dispels five myths about tax refunds
- IR-2019-62, April 3, 2019 - Estimated taxes form and publication can help people pay the right amount in 2019
- IR-2019-61, April 2, 2019 - IRS offers webinar on the importance of filing on time
- IR-2019-60, April 2, 2019 - Tax Time Guide wrap-up: Tips on payment options, penalty waivers, refunds and more
- IR-2019-56, March 26, 2019 - Tax Time Guide: Tax help is just a click away on IRS.gov
- IR-2019-55, March 22, 2019 - IRS expands penalty waiver for those whose tax withholding and estimated tax payments fell short in 2018; key threshold lowered to 80 percent
- IR-2019-52, March 21, 2019 - IRS offers free March 28 webinar: Understanding how to do a ‘Paycheck Checkup’
- IR-2019-37, March 12, 2019 - Tax Time Guide: IRS urges taxpayers to check their tax withholding early in 2019; Paycheck Checkup can avoid problems next year
- IR-2019-15, February 13, 2019 - IRS provides various payment options for taxpayers who owe but can’t pay in full
- IR-2019-13, February 13, 2019 - Avoid the rush: Pay taxes owed online or set up a payment plan
- IR-2019-12, February 12, 2019 - Avoid the rush: Fastest way to check tax refund is ‘Where’s My Refund?’ tool at IRS.gov
- IR-2019-10, February11, 2019 - Avoid the rush over Presidents Day holiday; online tools, resources can help
- IR-2019-03, January 16, 2019 - IRS waives penalty for many whose tax withholding and estimated tax payments fell short in 2018
2018
- IR-2018-220, November 14, 2018 - Get Ready for Taxes: For many, time is running out to avoid a tax-time surprise; Check withholding, make estimated payments now
- IR-2018-180, September 7, 2018 - Retirees: Avoid a surprise tax bill; get enough tax taken out of pension payments; IRS Withholding Calculator can help
- IR-2018-179, September 6, 2018 - Avoid penalty for underpayment of taxes; IRS says check withholding, make estimated payments
- IR-2018-168, August 17, 2018 - For people involved in the sharing economy: Do a ‘Paycheck Checkup’ now, avoid a surprise year-end tax bill
- IR-2018-167, August 16, 2018 - Taxpayers with children, other dependents should check their withholding soon
- IR-2018-166, August 15, 2018 - Key tax change affects taxpayers with dependents; IRS urges workers to check withholding
- IR-2018-165, August 14, 2018 - Taxpayers with high incomes, complex returns: Check withholding soon
- IR-2018-163, August 13, 2018 - Got a big tax refund? Use IRS Withholding Calculator to boost take-home pay in 2018
- IR-2018-145, June 28, 2018 - Tax bill this year? Check withholding soon, avoid another one next year
- IR-2018-124, May 24, 2018 - Two-income families, taxpayers working multiple jobs should check withholding amount
- IR-2018-120, May 16, 2018 - Taxpayers who usually itemize deductions should check their withholding to avoid tax surprises
- IR-2018-118, May 9, 2018 - Seasonal, Part-year Workers Urged to Check Tax Withholding Amount
- IR-2018-93, April 13, 2018 - Newly-revised estimated tax form and publication can help people pay the right amount
- IR-2018-80, April 2, 2018 - IRS urges ‘Paycheck Checkup’ for key groups; tax withholding may need adjustment
- IR-2018-73, March 26, 2018 - IRS encourages ‘Paycheck Checkup’ for taxpayers to check their withholding; special week focuses on changes
- IR-2018-36, February 28, 2018 - Updated Withholding Calculator, Form W-4 Released; Calculator Helps Taxpayers Review Withholding Following New Tax Law
- IR-2018-05, January 11, 2018 - Updated 2018 Withholding Tables Now Available; Taxpayers Could See Paycheck Changes by February
Tax Tips
2019
- Tax Reform Tax Tip 2019-127, September 16, 2019 - Free Tax Withholding Estimator webinar
- Tax Reform Tax Tip 2019-112, August 19, 2019 - Tax planning should include a Paycheck Checkup
- Tax Reform Tax Tip 2019-111, August 15, 2019 - Here’s what taxpayers should know about the new IRS Tax Withholding Estimator
- Tax Reform Tax Tip 2019-109, August 13, 2019 - Here’s what taxpayers should know about making 2019 estimated tax payments
- Tax Reform Tax Tip 2019-108, August 12, 2019 - Taxpayers can follow these three steps to use new Tax Withholding Estimator
- Tax Reform Tax Tip 2019-106, August 7, 2019 - Improved tool on IRS.gov helps taxpayers check their withholding
- Tax Reform Tax Tip 2019-81, June 24, 2019 - Tips for taxpayers who have tax issues after filing their taxes
- Tax Reform Tax Tip 2019-76, June 13, 2019 - Taxpayers have options for paying the tax they owe throughout the year
- Tax Reform Tax Tip 2019-75, June 12, 2019 - There are two ways taxpayers can check their withholding
- Tax Reform Tax Tip 2019-74, June 11, 2019 - Here’s what taxpayers should know about doing a Paycheck Checkup
- Tax Reform Tax Tip 2019-73, June 10, 2019 - All taxpayers should check their withholding ASAP
- Tax Reform Tax Tip 2019-45, April 22, 2019 - Don’t fall for myth-leading information about tax refunds
2018
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Tax Reform Tax Tip 2018-197, December 20, 2018 - New IRS resources on IRS.gov help businesses understand tax reform
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Tax Reform Tax Tip 2018-194, December 17, 2018 - Businesses can visit IRS.gov to find out how tax reform affects their bottom line
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Tax Reform Tax Tip 2018-192, December 12, 2018 - Tax reform brings changes to qualified moving expenses
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Tax Reform Tax Tip 2018-191, December 11, 2018 - Tax reform creates opportunity zone tax incentive
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Tax Reform Tax Tip 2018-190, December 10, 2018 - Tax reform law makes changes to employee achievement award rules
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Tax Reform Tax Tip 2018-183, November 28, 2018 - New tax credit benefits employers who provide paid family and medical leave
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Tax Reform Tax Tip 2018-179, November 30, 2018 - Some S corporations may want to convert to C corporations
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Tax Reform Tax Tip 2018-177, November 15, 2018 - Tax Reform changes depreciation limits on luxury automobiles
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Tax Reform Tax Tip 2018-173, November 7, 2018 - After tax reform, many corporations will pay blended tax rate
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Tax Reform Tax Tip 2018-172, November 6, 2018 - Here’s how tax reform changed accounting methods for small businesses
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Tax Reform Tax Tip 2018-170, November 1, 2018 - Tax reform changes to depreciation deduction affect farmers’ bottom line
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Tax Reform Tax Tip 2018-169, October 31, 2018 - Here’s how tax reform affects farmers and ranchers
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Tax Reform Tax Tip 2018-168, October 30, 2018 - Newly revised publication helps taxpayers understand changes to backup withholding
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Tax Reform Tax Tip 2018-166, October 25, 2018 - Business owners can claim a qualified business income deduction
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Tax Reform Tax Tip 2018-163, October 22, 2018 - Webinars help employers, businesses and tax preparers understand tax reform law
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Tax Reform Tax Tip 2018-162, October 18, 2018 - Tax reform brings changes to fringe benefits that can affect an employer’s bottom line
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Tax Reform Tax Tip 2018-158, October 11, 2018 - IRS resources can help small businesses better understand how tax reform affects their bottom line
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Tax Reform Tax Tip 2018-157, October 10, 2018 - New 100-percent depreciation deduction benefits business taxpayers
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Tax Reform Tax Tip 2018-149, September 25, 2018 - New credit benefits employers who provide paid family and medical leave
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Tax Reform Tax Tip 2018-119, August 2, 2018 - Business owners can visit IRS.gov for resources to help understand tax reform
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Tax Reform Tax Tip 2018-69, May 4, 2018 - How the Employer Credit for Family and Medical Leave Benefits Employers
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Tax Reform Tax Tip 2018-68, May 3, 2018 - Tax Reform: Changes to Depreciation Affect Businesses Now
Fact sheets
- FS-2019-6, April 2019 - Basics of estimated taxes for individuals
- FS-2019-4, March 2019 - Tax withholding: How to get it right
- FS-2018-15, August 2018 - Tax facts for seasonal job seekers
Statements
- September 20, 2018 - IRS Statement on Form W-4
- December 13, 2017 - Here are the latest developments involving withholding information related to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
Tax Info to Share
- Tips for using the IRS Tax Withholding Estimator
- If you’re self-employed, checking your tax situation just got easier
- Retirees: New IRS tool makes it easier to check your withholding
- What to do with your Tax Withholding Estimator results
- New Tax Withholding Estimator makes it easier to tailor your withholding
- Alternate ways to get your withholding right
- Ways to check your withholding on IRS.gov
- Check your withholding ASAP
- What you need to know about doing a Paycheck Checkup
- Get ready to file your 2019 taxes
- An estimated tax payment could help avoid a penalty
- Retirees with pension income: Do a Paycheck Checkup
- Got a big tax refund? Use IRS Withholding Estimator to boost take-home pay
- Have children and other dependents? Check your withholding
- Time for a Paycheck Checkup if you have dependents
- Do you have high income or a complex tax return? Do a Paycheck Checkup soon
- Paycheck Checkup for Taxpayers Who Itemize
- Paycheck Checkup for Seasonal and Part-year Workers
- Time for a Paycheck Checkup
- Wondering how much tax to withhold?
- Claiming Exemption from Withholding (for use by employers communicating to their employees, another for other partners and stakeholders)
- Claiming Exemption from Withholding (for use by partners and stakeholders)
- Law Changes for 2018 Affect Withholding
- Use the IRS Withholding Estimator to Determine the Right Amount of Withholding for You
- Check your withholding ASAP