File Your Taxes for Free: IRS Direct File for 2025 Explained
IRS Direct File launched last year as a way to file your taxes with the federal tax agency — for free. At the time, there were only 12 participating pilot states. This year, twenty-five states will participate,
2025 tax season is here. More people can file online for free
Tax season has officially opened. Starting on Monday, you can now file tax returns for 2024 income. This year the Internal Revenue Service is making it easier for more people to file online for free, through its Direct File program. That was introduced last year as a pilot, and this year it is being expanded.
IRS Direct File program now open. Who’s eligible, how to file your taxes for free in Florida
The Internal Revenue Service's new free online Direct File service is open for business. Last year, more than 20,000 Florida taxpayers took advantage of the pilot program that allowed taxpayers to prepare and file their taxes online directly to the government for free,
IRS expands free tax filing program to new states: Are you eligible?
Tax season is back again, which means it’s time to collect your W-2 and Form 1098, and Form 1099s and start filing. While there are a slew of tax services and professionals that can help you file, for a fee,
IRS accepting tax returns now: When can I file a return? Where’s my refund? Can I file for free?
Filers with Adjusted Gross Income, known as AGI, of less than $84,000 can use IRS Free File to complete returns at no charge. Free File offers tax preparation software from eight companies and gives free online access to preparation and filing software.
Free online tax-filing system now open for people in Wisconsin, 24 other states
The IRS program, called Direct File, allows eligible folks to file their federal taxes directly with the IRS. Another program called WisTax allows the free filing of state taxes online also.
Florida residents can file taxes for free through IRS Direct File. Here's how it works
Florida is one of 25 states eligible to file taxes for free directly with the IRS. Here's how it works, plus other options.
IRS Tax Filing Season Opens: What You Need To Know
Taxpayers will have until April 15 in most states to file and pay their federal tax returns as the IRS is accepting returns from now.
First Time Filing Your Taxes? Don't Fret, Here's What You Need to Know
Fact checked by Vikki Velasquez Reviewed by David Kindness Navigating taxes can feel overwhelming, with its sea of paperwork, numbers, and deadlines—especially for first-time filers. But understanding the basics is key to maximizing returns and staying compliant.
Accountant gives advice on best way to file taxes
The 2025 tax season is here, as Monday was the first day to file 2024 tax returns with the IRS. President Trump and Elon Musk, two powerful figures, were initially united for the cameras and the "greater good,
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What you need to know about filing your taxes in Idaho
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Many don't know they can claim valuable tax credit worth up to $7,830 for some families
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The Five Best Tax Filing Services for 2025
The closer it gets to the deadline, the harder it will be to get support from tax filing services if you run into issues or have questions. Their customer service lines and live c ...
Free tax software is now available in 25 states: How to see if it’s right for you
It's officially tax season, and filers in half of U.S. states now have access to a new, direct free filing system from the ...