The 2025 tax season starts Jan. 27, with Tax Day on April 15. Taxpayers can request extensions until Oct. 15 but must pay owed taxes on time. Refunds typically arrive within 21 days.

The only "reward" at the end of the tax filing process for many is the hope of a tax refund. The bigger, the better, right?

With tax season underway, here's what you need to know about tracking your tax refund and your new 2025 tax brackets.