The IRS shut down its direct filing program for 2026, but some tools remain—if you know where to look. Here’s how to navigate ...
IRS Direct File, which was offered in 25 states last year, has been discontinued. But one very-much underused, free program ...
The 2026 tax season will open on Monday, Jan. 26, and you may save a few bucks on filing fees if you qualify to use the IRS' free filing system.
Even though the tax agency's free pilot program is no longer available, there are other free tax filing options this season.
Each IRS Free File partner sets its own eligibility requirements, which can include age, income, state residency or military ...
Our savvy readers select their favorite (and least favorite) tax prep software based on their own filing experience. And the big names don't always come out on top.
IRS Free File is now accepting federal tax returns from eligible taxpayers at no cost. Here are the details.
While the IRS Direct File program has been shut down, there are still ways to file your taxes for free. Here's what to know.
Tax season is about to begin, and if you’re looking to save money, there are several ways to file your taxes for free.
While many people will have to wait until Jan. 26 to file their taxes, taxpayers who qualify for the IRS Free File program ...
In 2025, nearly 300,000 Americans used a new electronic system to file their taxes directly with the IRS for free. In 2026, ...