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

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

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

Dear Joe, Whether you need to file a federal income tax return this year depends on several factors: how much you earned in ...

Most commercial tax-prep companies have free tiers. H&R Block is one of the most popular and has an easy-to-navigate ...

IRS Direct File, which was offered in 25 states last year, has been discontinued. But one very-much underused, free program ...

The enhanced deduction for seniors applies on 2025 tax returns to adults born before Jan. 2, 1961.

It's officially tax season. The Internal Revenue Service opened the 2026 filing period for the 2025 tax year on Jan. 26.

Federal income tax applies to most people who earn income in the U.S., but the tax code includes limited exceptions. Whether ...

If you've filed your federal tax return, here's how to check the status of your refund.