The IRS Direct File program was eliminated for the 2026 tax filing season. However, there are still several free tax preparation software options for some filers.

When a document comes in the mail that you need for taxes, don't put it in a pile and lose track of it. Put it aside in a safe place and keep all your tax documents together. If you have multiple ...

Go to irs.gov/wheres-my-refund or use the IRS2GO mobile app. If you filed an amended return, go to irs.gov/filing/wheres-my-amended-return. You'll need your Social Security number or individual ...

TurboTax 's free edition lets you report W-2 income, the Child Tax Credit, the Earned Income Tax Credit, deductions for student loan interest and some interest and dividends. According to TurboTax, ...

U.S. applications for unemployment benefits inched down modestly last week, remaining at historically healthy levels despite recent high-profile layoff announcements ...

Democrat Karen Bennett stands accused of collecting thousands after filing a false application for pandemic benefits.

In July 2025, the 'One, Big, Beautiful Bill' was signed into law and several new tax law provisions are set to become effective, impacting federal taxes, credits and deductions. This bill makes ...

(NEXSTAR) – Tax season is nearly upon us, and if you’re a parent of non-adult children, this could be an important filing for you: you’ll be able to register your child for a Trump account. While the ...

Americans should take the next couple of weeks to get their tax documents in order if they want to be among the first to file their taxes (and get their refunds) when tax season opens on January 26, ...

Independent workers want a single place to start, manage, and renew their businesses, and Firstep Business Solutions has built a platform that aims to meet that need. The company reports strong use ...

A former Georgia state lawmaker, who allegedly lied to collect pandemic unemployment benefits she was not entitled to receive, has been indicted in federal court. According to court documents filed in ...