You must file a federal tax return if your income meets the IRS filing threshold for your age and filing status, if you ...

IRS Direct File, which was offered in 25 states last year, has been discontinued. But one very-much underused, free program remains for 2026.

The IRS will begin accepting 2025 federal tax returns on January 26, with April 15 as the filing deadline. Several new tax changes under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act may affect refunds and ...

The 2026 tax season will open on Monday, Jan. 26, and you may save a few bucks on filing fees if you qualify to use the IRS' free filing system.

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 ...

Tax season is about to begin, and if you’re looking to save money, there are several ways to file your taxes for free.

The IRS Direct File program is no longer available. (Photo by Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images for Economic Security Project) We knew that it was coming, but now we know for sure: Direct File, the free ...

The Internal Revenue Service’s free online filing system is no more. First rolled out as a limited pilot in 2024 under the Biden administration, the Direct File program allowed taxpayers in certain ...

The IRS will open the 2026 tax season in just a few days, but you could be wasting money by paying to file your 2025 income tax returns. According to personal finance resource NerdWallet, roughly 70% ...

Tax season in 2026 is built around a single pivotal date: the day the Internal Revenue Service opens the electronic ...

The IRS is set to begin accepting and processing 2025 tax returns on Jan. 26. What to do to avoid delays and mistakes as new ...