Even though the tax agency's free pilot program is no longer available, there are other free tax filing options this season. Robin Hartill Robin Hartill is a Florida-based Certified Financial Planner ...

The IRS has extended the Free File program through 2029, continuing its partnership with a coalition of private tax software companies. IRS Free File remains open for 2023 returns through the Oct. 15 ...

The IRS touted big enhancements to Direct File this year, and with the tax deadline so close, it might be the best option for you. Thomas Kika Former Writer Thomas is a native of upstate New York and ...

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 ...

Texan Dixie Warden is quick to say she’s “not a numbers girl.” But as the first user of the government’s new free electronic tax return filing system, Warden reports she completed her taxes this year ...

The IRS Direct File program is no longer available. (Photo by Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images for Economic Security Project) We knew that it was coming, but now we know for sure: Direct File, the free ...

IRS Direct File is now fully open in 12 pilot states for "simple tax situations," according to the U.S. Department of the Treasury. The Treasury estimates the Direct File pilot could cover about ...

WASHINGTON (AP) — As income tax filing season officially starts on Monday, a limited number of taxpayers in 12 states will soon be eligible to join an IRS pilot program that will allow them to ...

A venerable IRS program called Free File allows 70% of taxpayers to file their taxes for free, just as the name implies. Only 2% of taxpayers used the service in 2024. That is the finding of a ...