A free way to file taxes directly with the IRS has been eliminated, leaving Americans with one fewer way to file in 2026.

The agency still offers a Free File program that works with commercial tax software firms. Some companies also offer free ...

(NEXSTAR) – In 2025, nearly 300,000 Americans used a new electronic system to file their taxes directly with the IRS for free. In 2026, that’s no longer an option. IRS Direct File launched as a pilot ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Trump administration shut down the "Direct File" program through the IRS, leaving many Americans with one fewer free tax ...

You need your adjusted gross income from last year's taxes to file your federal income tax return online in 2026.

Even if you’re below the income threshold for 2025, tax credits and excess withholding could result in a tax refund, making ...

The 2025-2026 tax season deadline is April 15, 2026. Here's what to know about some new tax breaks, key forms and how to track your refund.

The IRS has removed its free Direct File option for taxes. Most taxpayers can use the official Free File program. There are several other ways to file taxes for no charge. Tax filing season officially ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. January brings the new year, which means the month is filled with resolutions, settling into routine, and – whether you’re excited ...

Tax Day for the 2026 tax season is April 15, 2026. That’s the deadline to file your 2025 federal income tax return and to pay any taxes you owe. Tax deadlines can shift based on weekends, holidays, ...

Filing your income tax return can be, for many, a dreaded annual task. And paying to file unnecessarily can only add insult to injury. Still, many eligible filers fail to take advantage of a free ...