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  • Veterans with disabilities can apply online for property tax benefit

    March 5, 2024

    BOISE, Idaho — March 5, 2024 — Some Idaho veterans with disabilities are eligible to have their property tax bill reduced by as much as $1,500 on their Idaho residence and up to one acre of land. Veterans can apply for the program online at tax.idaho.gov/proptaxrelief. They’ll need an email address. They also can get […]

  • Track your tax refund online anytime

    February 29, 2024

    BOISE, Idaho — Feb. 29, 2024 — After you’ve filed your Idaho income tax return, track your refund online at tax.idaho.gov/refund for the most up-to-date information. You’ll need to provide your Social Security number and the refund amount you expect. “It’s easy to check the status of your refund with our online service,” Tax Commission […]

  • Eligible homeowners can apply online for property tax relief

    February 27, 2024

    BOISE, Idaho — Feb. 27, 2024 — You might qualify for some property tax relief. Idaho’s Property Tax Reduction program reduces property taxes on an eligible homeowner’s primary Idaho residence and up to one acre of land by as much as $1,500. You can apply for the program online at tax.idaho.gov/proptaxrelief. You’ll need an email […]

  • Many Idahoans can get free income tax help

    February 20, 2024

    BOISE, Idaho — Feb. 20, 2024 — You might be able to get free help preparing your income tax return at volunteer tax preparation sites throughout Idaho. To find a site near you, visit the Idaho State Tax Commission website at tax.idaho.gov. Click on the Free Income Tax Help link on the home page. You […]

  • Get a faster tax refund with these tips

    February 15, 2024

    BOISE, Idaho — Feb. 15, 2024 — As you prepare to file your 2023 Idaho income tax return, the Idaho State Tax Commission offers the following tips to help you get your refund faster. Make sure you’ve received all your W-2s or other required information before filing your return. You can file an amended return […]

  • Most Idaho taxpayers eligible for free e-file

    February 13, 2024

    BOISE, Idaho — Feb. 13, 2024 — Many Idahoans are aware they can e-file their tax returns, but few know it might be free. The Idaho State Tax Commission is encouraging taxpayers with an adjusted gross income of $79,000 a year or less to visit tax.idaho.gov/freefile. This page details companies offering free online filing and […]

  • Free webinar offers tips for filing 2023 income taxes

    February 7, 2024

    BOISE, Idaho — Feb. 7, 2024 — Filing income taxes doesn’t have to be confusing. Get tips for completing your federal and Idaho tax returns at a free webinar presented by the Idaho State Tax Commission and the Taxpayer Advocate Service. The “Tips for Filing 2023 Income Taxes” webinar runs in February, March, and April. […]

  • Arco business owners convicted of income tax evasion

    February 1, 2024

    BOISE, Idaho — Feb. 1, 2024 — The Butte County District Court recently convicted the owners of an Arco, Idaho construction company of income tax evasion and theft related to money accepted for unfinished work. Kristine Oetting and Ross Boocks received thousands of dollars from clients for construction work their company didn’t complete, and the […]

  • File Idaho income tax returns starting Jan. 29

    January 22, 2024

    BOISE, Idaho — Jan. 22, 2024 — The Idaho State Tax Commission starts processing 2023 Idaho individual income tax returns on Monday, January 29. The Internal Revenue Service begins processing federal returns the same day. The sooner you file your return, the sooner you’ll get your refund. For the first time ever, the Tax Commission […]

  • Idaho Falls Office Closed Jan. 9 – Jan. 12

    January 5, 2024

    The Idaho State Tax Commission will close the Idaho Falls office to the public from Tuesday, January 9, through Friday, January 12. This temporary closure is necessary while we relocate our services from the first to the third floor. If you need help during this time, please visit one of our other locations or call […]