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 ...

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 ...

The Internal Revenue Service announced it would be opening up submissions of certain tax returns through its IRS Free File program for 2026. The IRS Free File program began accepting individual tax ...

The IRS Direct File program was a pilot initiative launched in 2024, designed to allow taxpayers to file their taxes directly with the IRS without intermediaries or fees. During its trial, over ...

Tax returns received and processed remain slightly below last year’s pace, even as the average refund climbs to $3,804. The big surprise in the most recent statistics? IRS.gov traffic continues to ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The 2026 tax season is officially weeks away. The Internal Revenue Service announced last week it will start accepting returns on ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. It's officially 2026, which means the tax season is nearly upon us again. The Internal Revenue Service typically starts accepting ...

As April 15 approaches, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is urging taxpayers to “act now” to file returns, pay what they owe, or request an extension before penalties and interest kick in. Tax ...

Tax season already brings stress. In 2026, it brings added confusion. Changes to tax filing programs and the discontinuation of the free government-run filing system have left many taxpayers unsure ...

Dear Savvy Senior: What are the IRS income tax filing requirements for retirees this tax season? I didn’t file a tax return last year because my income was below the filing threshold. But I got a part ...