IRS Free File allows more than 100 million people to file taxes at no cost. But only 2% of taxpayers use the service.

How do you know when you should file your own tax return or get help from a professional? These simple steps will help you ...

While taxes may feel inevitable, not everyone has to file. You likely need to file if you’ve made above the income threshold, if you had self-employment income or if you meet other criteria. Read on ...

The IRS shut down its direct filing program for 2026, but Free File, Fillable Forms, MilTax, and some private tools remain—if you know where to look. Here’s how to navigate the free options still ...

For federal income tax purposes, your marital status is determined under state law as of the last day of the calendar year. That matters when choosing your filing status. Your filing status is one of ...

For many Americans, the hardest part of tax season is not the math, it is figuring out whether they are even required to file. The rules hinge on income, filing status, age, and a handful of special ...

Free File is not Direct File, which the IRS has discontinued for the 2026 tax season. This tax season, according to the IRS, eight private-sector partners are offering guided tax software products ...

The IRS has removed its free Direct File option for taxes. Most taxpayers can use the official Free File program. There are several other ways to file taxes for no charge. Tax filing season officially ...

When it comes to their federal income tax returns, tens of millions of US households pay for tax preparation and filing. Yet many might qualify to do so for free through IRS-approved programs. So why ...

See the 2026 IRS deadlines and understand the usual refund timeline so you can plan your tax season.

Many tax-software companies have free tiers, but most only accept federal returns and a limited number of schedules. Through the end of February, TurboTax will process any state and federal returns ...