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.

The deadline for filing federal tax returns for tax year 2024 is April 15, 2025. If you haven't filed yet, you might be able to do so for free online through the IRS Free File portal, which offers ...

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 ...

The tax deadline will be here before you know it, and you may be seeking a way to file your tax return at no cost. The good news is there are a few different options to file your taxes for free in ...

The IRS said it will start processing 2024 federal income tax returns on Monday, January 27. Between now and April 15, millions of taxpayers will pay to file their returns, but they may not have to.

Qualified taxpayers can get free tax preparation, electronic filing and direct deposit of their federal tax refund, if they’re owed one, using guided tax preparation software with IRS Free File. Those ...

American taxpayers have several options to file their taxes as the countdown to April 15, 2025, begins. American taxpayers have several options to file their taxes as the countdown to April 15, 2025, ...

The 2025 tax season will have its quirks, gimmicks and gotchas. But right now anyway, many experts say most people should expect to see a timely tax refund. Fingers crossed. Taxpayers will still need ...

The IRS began accepting 2025 individual tax returns for processing on Jan. 26. Here’s where to get help with filing, and when you might get your tax refund. The 2025 tax return filing season ...