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.

Here's when tax season begins and ends, some new tax breaks that were introduced in 2025 and the list of states that don't ...

TurboTax 's free edition lets you report W-2 income, the Child Tax Credit, the Earned Income Tax Credit, deductions for student loan interest and some interest and dividends. According to TurboTax, ...

For taxpayers expecting a refund that averages about $3,000, filing early can mean getting that money back sooner.

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

Eager to find out when your tax return refunds will hit your bank account? Here's when you might expect to receive it and how ...

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

2026 federal tax season starts as IRS accepts 2025 returns with Form 1040.

Tax season is underway, and the IRS expects 164 million people will file returns by April 15. If you file electronically, the ...

The quickest way to get your refund is to file electronically. The IRS’ typical turn-around time for a refund on an ...

Range reports that taxpayers can extend their tax filing deadline to October 15 without penalties, but must pay taxes by ...

The IRS claims you should receive your tax refund 3 weeks after filing your tax return, but here's how to figure out exactly ...