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

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

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 expects to receive about 164 million individual income tax returns this year, with most taxpayers filing ...

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

For taxpayers expecting a refund that averages about $3,000, filing early can mean getting that money back sooner.

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 ...

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 ...

Learn the 2025 IRS filing thresholds for retirees, income limits, and exceptions so you can tell if you need to file a tax return this year.

The quickest way to get your refund is to file electronically. The IRS’ typical turn-around time for a refund on an ...

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