Many Americans treat their tax refund like a yearly reset button. Pay off a bill, rebuild savings, catch up on rent, or finally handle a car repair. So when people hear “refund processing is shifting in 2026,” the first question is simple: Will my refund be smaller, later, or both? The honest answer is that 2026 … Continue reading IRS Refund Processing Shifts in 2026 — Why $1,000 to $3,000 Expectations Are Changing