When it comes to their federal income tax returns, tens of millions of US households pay for tax preparation and filing. Yet many might qualify to do so for free through IRS-approved programs.

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 ...

Starting Jan. 26, all taxpayers, including those with an AGI above $89,000, can use the Free File Fillable Forms. As detailed ...

(NEXSTAR) – In 2025, nearly 300,000 Americans used a new electronic system to file their taxes directly with the IRS for free. In 2026, that’s no longer an option. IRS Direct File launched as a pilot ...

The IRS Free File program becomes available on Jan. 10 for 2025 tax returns. The 2025 tax season is officially upon us. The Internal Revenue Service will open access to its Free File preparation ...

So, here’s how you can file your taxes at no cost to yourself. According to a press release sent by the Internal Revenue ...

The 2025 tax filing season is in full swing at the IRS. And although doing one’s taxes is a near-universally dreaded task, there is a glimmer of good news: It doesn’t have to be expensive. The IRS has ...

Taxpayers can e-file their federal tax returns earlier than the official opening of the tax filing season at www.IRS.gov/FreeFile Eligible taxpayers can get a head ...

Tax season is officially upon us, and the IRS has tools to make filing a little easier. IRS Free File is a free online tool that allows you to prepare and file your federal income taxes. The service ...