IRS Forms 1099 are critical to IRS information return matching so the IRS can match your tax reporting and send tax notices to collect additional taxes with ease.

Here's a look at key dates in the tax filing season, including deadlines to file, when to request extensions and how long until you get your refund.

Taxes can begin being filed on January 27, but refunds could hit accounts at different times depending on choices made when filing.

As the tax season approaches, it's crucial for businesses to submit wage statements and information returns to the IRS by January 31.