Income Tax Refund Tracker: How to Check Refund Status Using 2 IRS Online Tools The Tax Day on May 17 is only a few weeks away, so it's time to complete your 2020 tax return or requests an extension before the deadline. You need to complete your 2020 tax return as early as possible. Properly filing your tax returns can also get you more money! Photo : Scott Olson/Getty Images The Tax Day on May 17 is only a few weeks away, so it's time to complete your 2020 tax return or requests an extension before the deadline. Luckily, there are online tools available to make your filing easier. You could also check the status of your tax returns and refunds through these tools.