The latest IRS tax season filing statistics suggest filing is picking up, but still trails behind 2025 levels. Refunds are higher but not as high as some taxpayers hoped.
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.
Most Americans will be getting more money back this year, but advocates are worried that those who need it most may suffer delays.
Millions of taxpayers are using a new IRS form to claim deductions for tips, overtime, car loan interest and seniors. What is ...
Tens of millions may need new IRS Schedule 1-A to claim 2025 tax breaks for tips, overtime, seniors and car loans. Don't file without it.
The IRS still offers a Free File program that works with commercial tax software firms. Some companies also offer free tools for certain filers.
It’s income tax season, and most people could get free tax preparation assistance, or free tax-filing software. Here’s how to ...
A venerable IRS program called Free File allows 70% of taxpayers to file their taxes for free, just as the name implies. Only 2% of taxpayers used the service in 2024. That is the finding of a ...
(NEXSTAR) – A free way to file taxes directly with the IRS has been eliminated, leaving Americans with one less way to file in 2026. While nearly 300,000 taxpayers used IRS Direct File last year, the ...