In accordance with an Executive Order issued by the President, as of September 30, 2025, the IRS has stopped issuing paper checks and will no longer accept paper checks for making payments.
Moving forward, refunds will need to be received electronically via direct deposit into a bank account. Please be aware that for those receiving refunds, we will be requesting bank information if you have not already provided it.
The IRS hasn’t yet issued an official statement that states the final date they will received mailed in checks for payments, but it is best to avoid any delays by setting up an electronic payment for the fourth quarter estimate due January 15, 2026.
For making payments to the IRS, here are methods you will be able to utilize:
- Electronic Funds Withdrawal: Our tax preparation software can automate pulling the funds directly out of your bank account on a date you choose when we set up your tax return.
- IRS Online Account: You can sign in or create an online account on the IRS website here. You can make both tax due and estimated payments, view payment history, and see any scheduled or pending payments.
- Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS): This allows you to pay online or by phone using a bank account; however, you must first register to use this service here.
- IRS2Go App: This is the official IRS mobile app which allows you to make payments using IRS Direct Pay or a card payment processor from your mobile device.
If you have any questions at all, or if any of these options will cause an issue for you, please call and let us help.