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. So why ...

If you have a simple Form 1040 return only (no forms or schedules except as needed to claim the Earned Income Tax Credit, ...

IRS Free File allows more than 100 million people to file taxes at no cost. But only 2% of taxpayers use the service.

(NEXSTAR) – A free way to file taxes directly with the IRS has been eliminated, leaving Americans with one less way to file in 2026. While nearly 300,000 taxpayers used IRS Direct File last year, the ...

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.