As the April 15, 2025 tax deadline approaches, millions of Americans are preparing to file their federal income tax returns. Whether you're a first-time filer or a seasoned taxpayer, understanding the ...

Still haven’t filed your taxes? Don’t worry, you still have a month’s worth of time. And plenty of filing options, including an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) platform that’s free. An agency press ...

It’s tax season — but that doesn’t mean you have to drop several hundred dollars on a certified public accountant (CPA) or tax software. There are several ways to file your taxes for free — including ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Ashley L. Case, J.D., LL.M., writes about tax and estate planning. Ah, tax season. The annual ritual of number crunching, receipt ...

A free way to file taxes directly with the IRS has been eliminated, leaving Americans with one fewer way to file in 2026.

Free File is not Direct File, which the IRS has discontinued for the 2026 tax season. This tax season, according to the IRS, eight private-sector partners are offering guided tax software products ...