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.

Tax Day is April 15 this year, meaning you have less than a month to file without penalty or needing to file for an extension. The cost of filing with a tax service increases the longer you wait, and ...

How do you know when you should file your own tax return or get help from a professional? These simple steps will help you ...

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 ...

There is officially less than one month left to file taxes in Tennessee, and reports show fewer people have filed than in 2025.

You need your adjusted gross income from last year's taxes to file your federal income tax return online in 2026.

IRS Free File allows more than 100 million people to file taxes at no cost. But only 2% of taxpayers use the service.

The Trump administration may have shuttered Direct File – the IRS’s short-lived experiment in tax-preparation software – but it doesn’t mean you have to pay to file your taxes. There are plenty of ...

Filing taxes yourself has never been easier. As long as you have internet access, you can submit your tax return from the comfort of your couch. Before you get started, however, you'll have to choose ...

The New Year means it's time to start thinking about filing your taxes. There are some changes that should make it easier when it comes to finding free online tax filing if you qualify. It's known as ...

In Illinois, officials say filing early and electronically is the best way to receive a timely refund. You can check the status of your state refund with an online tool. The state Department of ...