This is one of the ‘most important steps’ before tax season opens, IRS says

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The IRS advises taxpayers to access their online account before the 2026 tax season opens on January 26 to save time during the filing process.

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The 2026 tax season opens on Jan. 26. To prepare, you should access your IRS online account, which could save time later, experts say.

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Original article published by CNBC on January 12, 2026. Analysis and insights provided by AnalystMarkets AI.

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