Most commercial tax-prep companies have free tiers. H&R Block is one of the most popular and has an easy-to-navigate ...

U.S. taxpayers preparing to file returns for 2025 — deadline April 15, 2026 — have one fewer free option this year.

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 ...

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, ...

Listen, filing for your taxes can be annoying enough. And paying places like TurboTax to do it can add to the aggravation. So ...

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.

IRS Direct File, which was offered in 25 states last year, has been discontinued. But one very-much underused, free program remains for 2026.

IRS Free File offers free guided tax preparation for low-income taxpayers and free electronic fillable forms for all taxpayers. IRS Direct File offers free direct filing for taxpayers with simple ...

The 2025 tax season will have its quirks, gimmicks and gotchas. But right now anyway, many experts say most people should expect to see a timely tax refund. Fingers crossed. Taxpayers will still need ...

For the past six years, Milagros Melendez, a 72-year-old retired home-care worker, has filed her taxes digitally with the help of volunteer tax professionals in an immigrant-assistance program. The ...