The IRS shut down its direct filing program for 2026, but Free File, Fillable Forms, MilTax, and some private tools remain—if you know where to look. Here’s how to navigate the free options still ...
U.S. taxpayers preparing to file returns for 2025 — deadline April 15, 2026 — have one fewer free option this year. Direct File, used by 300,000 people last year, has been discontinued, with Treasury ...
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Money talks, especially during tax season when most people are keeping track of their refunds. Hiring tax professionals can get costly, and you could end up paying hundreds of dollars to file your ...