U.S. taxpayers preparing to file returns for 2025 — deadline April 15, 2026 — have one fewer free option this year.

The 2026 tax season introduces vital changes. IRS Free File is now open for those earning $89,000 or less. With Direct File ...

IRS Direct File, which was offered in 25 states last year, has been discontinued. But one very-much underused, free program ...

TurboTax 's free edition lets you report W-2 income, the Child Tax Credit, the Earned Income Tax Credit, deductions for student loan interest and some interest and dividends. According to TurboTax, ...

IRS Free File offers access to free tax prep software for individuals and families that had less than $84,000 in adjusted gross income in 2024. The IRS partners with tax software companies like TaxAct ...

The IRS Direct File program was eliminated for the 2026 tax filing season. However, there are still several free tax preparation software options for some filers.

As the end of the year approaches, nowǃÙs the time to start preparing for filing your 2024 tax return in 2025. (Yuri Arcurs/Dreamstime/TNS) It’s now the norm for Americans to file their taxes online ...

Tax filing mistakes can happen to anyone, even if you have a fairly straightforward return. Some mistakes will simply delay ...

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 ...

If you’re looking for one of the cheapest and easiest ways to file your 2024 taxes, E-File.com may be your best bet. E-File.com says it charges 50% less than other online tax filing services, offering ...

Today, January 26th, Oregon and the IRS have begun processing electronically filed tax year 2025 returns. The Department of ...

As the clock ticks toward midnight on April 15, taxpayers are reminded that today marks the deadline to file state and federal personal income tax returns for the 2024 tax year. The Oregon Department ...