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

In early January, the IRS announced that the first day for filing 2025 tax returns would be today, Monday, Jan. 26, 2026. If ...

For taxpayers expecting a refund that averages about $3,000, filing early can mean getting that money back sooner.

TurboTax 's free edition lets you report W-2 income, the Child Tax Credit, the Earned Income Tax Credit, deductions for student loan interest and some interest and dividends. According to TurboTax, ...

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.

The IRS is now accepting 2025 tax returns. Here's the last day to file your taxes and how to track your tax refund.

Learn about the process, time limit, and implications of filing an amended tax return, including state vs federal amendments ...

Tax filing mistakes can happen to anyone, even if you have a fairly straightforward return. Some mistakes will simply delay ...

Eager to find out when your tax return refunds will hit your bank account? Here's when you might expect to receive it and how ...