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

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.

Many Americans will see bigger refunds and new deductions, while others may be revisiting the dreaded alternative minimum tax ...

Although a federal pilot program that allowed people to file taxes for free directly with the Internal Revenue Service was suspended, taxpayers in North Texas still have options to avoid paying for ...

The IRS is awarding $53 million in 2026 to expand free tax preparation through VITA and Tax Counseling for the Elderly programs.

New York's expanded child tax credit means more families, including those with low or no income, can get cash back this tax ...

New York has significantly expanded its child tax credit, making more families eligible for cash refunds this tax season.

Congress seems likely to pass a joint resolution that would override the district's tax law—in the middle of the tax season.

The IRS advises creating an Individual Online Account for security and managing tax information before the April 15 deadline.

Range reports that taxpayers can extend their tax filing deadline to October 15 without penalties, but must pay taxes by ...

Albert Einstein once said the hardest thing in the world to understand is the income tax. For those that might need a little ...

The 2026 tax season can be summed up in two words: Complexity and cash. Many can expect bigger refunds, but detailed rules apply to many tax breaks.