On August 25, 2026, the IRS announced in IR-2026-100 that Chief Executive Officer Frank J. Bisignano had met with New York-area tax professionals at the IRS Nationwide Tax Forum in New York City.
What the IRS and Practitioners Discussed
According to the release, the meeting covered:
- Implementation of Trump Accounts
- Guidance related to the Working Families Tax Cuts
- Lessons from the 2026 filing season
- Expectations for the 2027 filing season
The IRS described practitioner feedback as an important part of improving tax administration. Tax professionals often serve as a link between the agency and taxpayers by helping people understand and meet their filing and payment obligations.
Filing-Season Results Highlighted by the IRS
The release says the IRS processed more than 144 million income tax returns during the 2026 filing season and delivered 98% of refunds electronically. It also says the average refund was 11% higher than in the prior year.
These figures describe the filing season as a whole. They do not predict the timing or amount of any individual taxpayer’s refund, which depends on the return and the taxpayer’s circumstances.
Continued Engagement With Tax Professionals
The IRS said its leadership plans to continue meeting with taxpayers and tax professionals to gather feedback on tax administration. The Nationwide Tax Forums provide one venue for practitioners to hear IRS updates and discuss filing-season issues.
The agency’s release reports on the meeting rather than announcing a new filing requirement or deadline. Taxpayers and practitioners should rely on current IRS instructions and published guidance when preparing returns or taking action on a specific tax issue.
Why It Matters for Schedule C Filers
Schedule C filers may work with tax professionals on recordkeeping, estimated taxes, return preparation, and new federal tax provisions. Clear, complete business records can help those conversations focus on the rules that apply to the filer’s facts.
Simple-C helps Schedule C filers keep income, expenses, and supporting records organized — making it easier to share accurate bookkeeping information with a tax professional.
This article provides general information, not tax advice. Tax rules and filing procedures can change. Confirm current guidance on IRS.gov or with a qualified tax professional.