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Tax season is officially open. The IRS has new ways to file for free.
The tax season is officially open. Monday, Jan. 27 is the first day you can file your returns. They may not be due until April 15, but getting a head start will get you a quicker refund. Or give you more time to save if you owe the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) some cash.
IRS expands free tax filing program to new states: Are you eligible?
Tax season is back again, which means it’s time to collect your W-2 and Form 1098, and Form 1099s and start filing. While there are a slew of tax services and professionals that can help you file, for a fee,
File Your Taxes for Free: IRS Direct File for 2025 Explained
IRS Direct File launched last year as a way to file your taxes with the federal tax agency — for free. At the time, there were only 12 participating pilot states. This year, twenty-five states will participate,
Benefits of IRS Free File: An easy guide for Taxpayers in 2025
Discover how the IRS Free File program, a collaborative effort between the IRS and leading tax software companies, offers a cost-free solution for filing your federal taxes online. Available since January 10,
IRS Free File: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Filing Taxes for Free In 2025
The IRS Free File program is open, offering free tax software to those with an AGI of £84,000 or less. Other free options include VITA, TCE, and MilTax. The IRS officially starts accepting returns next week.
Tax Season 2025 Is Here: Key IRS Changes to Know Before You File
Tax deductions, tax credit amounts, and some tax laws have changed since you filed your last federal income tax return.
IRS Free File 2025: Simplifying Tax Returns for All Americans
The IRS has relaunched its Free File program, offering a streamlined, cost-free way for Americans to file their taxes. With new features for 2025, including a Spanish-language option, this tool is set to make tax season easier for millions.
IRS Free File program: How to file your taxes for free in 2025
Free File allows taxpayers who earned below certain thresholds in 2024 to file their taxes electronically for free using brand-name software provided by commercial tax filing companies. Free File Fillable forms are available to any income level and provide free electronic forms that people fill out and file themselves — also at no cost.
What is the minimum income to file this year’s tax return?
This year’s tax season begins Monday, Jan. 27, 2025, lasting through April 15. People filing taxes for income made in 2024 must do so by that April deadline, also known as Tax Day. Not everyone is required to file a tax return,
IRS: If you make less than $200,000, these free tax programs could help you
New Yorkers with 2024 income up to $200,000, or $250,000 if filing a joint return, may qualify to use Direct File to file ...
30 million people could qualify to use IRS free Direct File program. Here's who is eligible
The IRS free Direct File program opens on Jan. 27 for taxpayers in 25 states. Here's who qualifies for the 2025 tax season.
Illinoisans may be able to file federal taxes for free
Many Illinois residents will be able to use the IRS Direct File service to electronically prepare and file their 2024 federal ...