Most taxpayers can expect to receive their refund in a matter of weeks. We’ll show you how you can check up on the status of your tax refund.

As the new year unfolds, taxpayers in the United States face the annual task of filing their tax returns with the IRS. Avoiding common pitfalls can help ensure a smooth process and timely refund.

One of the orders calls for a hiring freeze across federal agencies for any job that was scheduled to start after Feb. 8. Job offers for positions scheduled to start after that date have been rescinded.