Your obligation to file tax returns doesn’t disappear just because time has passed. How far behind you are determines which ...

Can't file your taxes by the April 15 deadline? Here's what the IRS says about penalties, extensions and refund timing after ...

The best tax software will let you file a federal income tax extension to give yourself six more months to finish your taxes.

While some of the best tax software programs offer a free tier, most will only process simple returns with standard deductions. If you're self-employed, own rental properties or investments or have to ...

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 ...

Whether you need to file a federal tax return for the 2025-2026 tax year depends mainly on your income, filing status, and age. In general, you’re required to file if your gross income exceeds the IRS ...

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has officially discontinued its free Direct File program, a move that could reshape how millions of Americans file their taxes. Once promoted as a major step toward ...

WASHINGTON, Jan. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Taxpayers can get a head start on preparing their 2025 federal tax returns as the IRS Free File program is now available ahead of the official start of the tax ...