The IRS still offers a Free File program that works with commercial tax software firms. Some companies also offer free tools for certain filers.

The IRS is extending weekday office hours at more than 200 Taxpayer Assistance Centers nationwide to help taxpayers get in-person help during the filing se ...

The IRS has ended the Direct File program, which let some taxpayers file their annual returns for free using software developed by the government. Many tax preparation companies opposed this, as did ...

New IRS data shows the average refund rising to $3,676, well below earlier projections that suggested refunds could increase ...

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 ...

An executive order is phasing out IRS paper refund checks. Learn how new direct deposit rules could delay your 2026 tax refund if you don't update your info.

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 ...

These you should know about tax season.

The IRS Free File program is a collaboration between the Internal Revenue Service and leading tax preparation software companies. For the 2026 tax season, which covers 2025 income, the Adjusted Gross ...

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 ...

The average IRS tax refund is up 10.6%, based on early filing data. Here's what you can expect.