As of May 9, the IRS had received 145.85 million tax returns and processed 143.55 million. The total amount refunded in 2025 was $274.979 billion, with an average check of approximately $2,939.

"The IRS may call you on the phone to set up an appointment at an IRS office, or at your tax return preparer's office," Bushey said. He added that scammers impersonating the IRS will often threaten ...