1.3 Million Americans About to Lose Their Tax Refunds | Weekly FAQ episode artwork

EPISODE · Mar 24, 2026 · 4 MIN

1.3 Million Americans About to Lose Their Tax Refunds | Weekly FAQ

from Stephen Lee, CPA, CPWA® · host Stephen Lee, CPA, CPWA®

🚨 $1.2 BILLION in Unclaimed IRS Refunds — Don’t Miss the April 15 Deadline 🚨Over 1.3 million Americans still haven’t filed their 2022 tax returns — and the IRS is holding $1.2 BILLION in unclaimed refunds.If you don’t act by April 15, 2026, your refund becomes property of the U.S. Treasury… permanently.In this video, I break down:✔️ Who is at risk of losing their refund✔️ How much money you could be owed (median $686+)✔️ Hidden credits like the Earned Income Tax Credit (up to $6,935)✔️ What happens if you haven’t filed recent tax returns✔️ Step-by-step how to still claim your refund⚠️ This is one of the most overlooked IRS deadlines — and it could cost you thousands.00:00 Unclaimed Refund Warning00:50 Deadline and Refund Amounts01:19 EITC and Refund Holds02:09 How to File Without Docs02:40 Rental Loss vs Depreciation03:19 Senior Standard Deduction03:45 Car Loan Interest Cutoff04:11 Final Deadline ReminderSubscribe for more tips and strategies tailored for business owners and high earning professionals.On this channel, Stephen Lee shares proven strategies to help high earners, business owners, and professionals keep more of what they make, minimize taxes, and build lasting wealth.Whether you’re optimizing your S-Corp, investing smarter, or managing 1099 income, this channel gives you the tools to make confident money moves — backed by real client experience.Subscribe for smart, actionable advice — and take control of your financial future.The information provided on this channel is for general information and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to serve as legal, financial, or tax advice. You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any content included on this channel without seeking appropriate legal, tax, or other professional advice specific to your individual circumstances. The use or reliance on any information contained on this channel is solely at your own risk.

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