IRS Free File allows more than 100 million people to file taxes at no cost. But only 2% of taxpayers use the service.

How do you know when you should file your own tax return or get help from a professional? These simple steps will help you ...

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.

The Trump administration may have shuttered Direct File — the IRS’s short-lived experiment in tax-preparation software — but it doesn’t mean you have to pay to file your taxes. There are plenty of ...

Every year, tax season rolls around with the same mix of routine and confusion. One of the most common questions people ask ...

Elizabeth Guevara is a personal finance reporter who explains the world of business and economics and how it impacts your finances. She joined Investopedia in 2024. Anchiy / Getty Images The IRS ...

Only 2% of federal income tax returns were filed through Free File, despite 70% of filers qualifying. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who ...

IRS Direct File, a free online system for filing federal taxes, has been scrapped for 2026. Almost 300,000 people used IRS Direct File in 2025. So, are they out of luck, along with millions of others ...

IRS paper tax return rules: Taxpayers can still mail their tax returns to the IRS. The process involves downloading or requesting the correct forms, filling them out accurately, and attaching all ...