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.

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 ...

Learn how organizing your tax documents, reviewing your withholdings and planning refund use can help you avoid stress and ...

Taxes are complicated enough without the added stress of figuring out which tax software will work best for you. While you ...