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IRS expands free tax filing program to new states: Are you eligible?
Tax season is back again, which means it’s time to collect your W-2 and Form 1098, and Form 1099s and start filing. While there are a slew of tax services and professionals that can help you file, for a fee,
Tax season is officially open. The IRS has new ways to file for free.
The tax season is officially open. Monday, Jan. 27 is the first day you can file your returns. They may not be due until April 15, but getting a head start will get you a quicker refund. Or give you more time to save if you owe the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) some cash.
IRS Free File program: How to file your taxes for free in 2025
Free File allows taxpayers who earned below certain thresholds in 2024 to file their taxes electronically for free using brand-name software provided by commercial tax filing companies. Free File Fillable forms are available to any income level and provide free electronic forms that people fill out and file themselves — also at no cost.
Tax Season 2025 Is Here: Key IRS Changes to Know Before You File
Tax deductions, tax credit amounts, and some tax laws have changed since you filed your last federal income tax return.
This free tax filing option is ‘fast and simple,' IRS says. Here's who can use it
Roughly 70% of taxpayers qualify for IRS Free File, but only a fraction of eligible filers use the software. For the 2025 season, you can use IRS Free File if your adjusted gross income, or AGI, was $84,000 or less in 2024.
If you earn less than $84,000, you can benefit from these free IRS tax filing programs
Taxpayers with an AGI above $84,000 can use the Free File Fillable Forms starting Jan. 27. That service is available to all taxpayers, regardless of income, place of residence or age. Click on Explore Free Guided Tax Software button. Then select the Find a Trusted Partner tool for help in finding the right product, or
IRS Direct File 2025 Offers A New Way to File Taxes for Free
If you’ve ever used paid tax software, the IRS Direct File operates similarly: First, go to the Direct File webpage. After completing your federal return, you’ll be directed to your state’s filing website via a companion service to complete your state tax return, if eligible. (Note: this part is not directly with the IRS).
IRS announces start of 2025 tax season, improvements. What to know about free file, more
The IRS has announced the start of the tax season, set for Jan. 27, and new tools and features making the filing process easier for taxpayers.
Tax season 2025 begins soon. Here’s when refunds go out
It’s almost here — the 2025 tax season officially begins tomorrow, hopefully giving people ample time to file by the usual April 15 deadline. And for those of you who are already thinking way ahead, here’s when the IRS has stated people can expect their refunds.
Getting Ready To File Your 2024 Taxes? Here Are 3 Tips To Keep In Mind
Key Takeaways Taxpayers can start submitting their returns on Jan. 27 and will have until April 15 to file. However, people impacted by the wildfires in California will have until Oct. 15.Starting this year,
When is the first day I can file taxes?
Taxpayers have less than three months to file their taxes, and the clock starts now. The first day the Internal Revenue Service will begin processing 2024 tax returns is Monday, Jan. 27, 2025, which is the official start date of the tax filing season.
IRS' free Direct File program expands to 25 states — but still faces Republican scrutiny
Direct File, the IRS’ free tax filing program, has expanded to 25 states for 2025. But the program’s future remains uncertain ...
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Direct File 'Enhanced' in 2025: What the IRS Has Added for You
Direct File is an online program offered by the IRS that allows you to file your tax return directly to the agency for free.
IRS: If you make less than $200,000, these free tax programs could help you
New Yorkers with 2024 income up to $200,000, or $250,000 if filing a joint return, may qualify to use Direct File to file ...
Illinoisans may be able to file federal taxes for free
Many Illinois residents will be able to use the IRS Direct File service to electronically prepare and file their 2024 federal ...