We should all approach taxes the way one approaches a fast-moving river: with preparation, a plan, and a very clear sense of ...

TurboTax and H&R Block have software for a range of situations, with built-in checks to catch missed deductions and credits.

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The 2026 tax season will open on Monday, Jan. 26, and you may save a few bucks on filing fees if you qualify to use the IRS' free filing system.

TurboTax has an easy-to-follow interface that even the most novice filer can understand, with live assistance from tax pros if you get in over your head. Intuit claims roughly 37% of filers qualify ...

A government program allowing taxpayers to file federal tax returns for free has been terminated, but there are still many no-cost options available, especially if you have a simple tax return.

Even though the tax agency's free pilot program is no longer available, there are other free tax filing options this season.

The IRS Direct File program, a free tax filing option, has been discontinued for the 2026 tax season. The program was ended by the Trump Administration after a two-year pilot due to low participation ...

We compared the top free tax software options to help the do-it-yourself tax filers find the cheapest option in 2026.