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 2026 tax filing season starts next week and taxpayers will get more than two months to file their 2025 returns and take ...

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 ...

Many taxpayers are eager to file returns to collect a refund, but it's important to gather the necessary tax forms first. Filing an incomplete return could flag the IRS system, delay processing or ...

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

The 2025 tax deadline is days away and while some are waiting and wondering where to submit at the very last minute or get an extension, others are looking for their refunds to arrive. Here's what to ...

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

TaxAct, a leading U.S. tax software provider trusted by more than 111 million filers since 1998, is entering the 2026 tax season with an expanded set of filing options designed to give consumers ...

Every year, employers and financial companies report income and other activity on so-called information returns, such as W-2s and 1099s, with a copy going to taxpayers and the IRS. The agency has ...