Tax season 2022: IRS now accepting tax returns. What to know about your refund before filing taxes.

Sign up here2022 TAX ADVICE:  How to get child tax credit cash, charitable deductions and free helpAs you get started putting together your returns, here are a few things to keep in mind:The IRS is warning that a resurgence of COVID-19 infections on top of less funding authorization from Congress than the Biden administration had requested could make this filing season particularly challenging.“The pandemic continues to create challenges, but the IRS reminds people there are important steps they can take to help ensure their tax return and refund don't face processing delays,” IRS Commissioner Chuck Rettig said.Avoiding a paper tax return will be more important than ever this year to avert processing delays, he said.TAX SEASON CHALLENGES:The IRS is 'buried' in paper after 'most challenging' year for taxpayers. You can check the status within 24 hours after we’ve received your e-file return or four weeks after you’ve mailed a paper return.However, the agency said the website and app "will be updated with projected deposit dates for most early (Earned Income Tax Credit/Additional Child Tax Credit) refund filers by February 22."Some people might want to file returns even though they're not required to do so to claim a Recovery Rebate Credit or the 2021 stimulus payments.According to the IRS, individuals who didn't qualify for a third Economic Impact Payment or got less than the full amount may be eligible to claim the Recovery Rebate Credit.