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Icon for www.readingeagle.comReading Eagle · Feb 5, 2025

Tax filing tips for seniors

Despite having to go through the process every year, there never fails to be a tinge of anxiety around tax filing time. Many local libraries and senior centers are offering free tax preparation ...
MiBolsilloColombia on MSN.com · 10d

If Trump eliminates IRS Free File: What tax filing options will you have?

The Trump administration may cut the IRS Direct File program, pushing taxpayers to seek new free filing options.
CNET · 14d

How to File Your Income Taxes for Free by Tomorrow

The IRS deadline to file your taxes is April 15 and there's a good chance you can file for free. Danni Santana has spent seven years as an editor and business journalist covering industries like sports,
Icon for www.cbsnews.comCBS News · 6d

The IRS free tax-filing program Direct File saved users $160 each. Now it may come to an end.

Data shows the IRS' Direct File free tax-filing tool has helped save taxpayers money. Now lawmakers want to know why the Trump administration may soon pull the plug on the program. The Trump ...
The Hill on MSN.com · 12d

Trump administration plans to end free tax filing program

The Trump administration is planning to end the free tax filing service developed during the Biden administration, The Associated Press reported, citing two people familiar with the decision. The
NJ.com · 26d

The tax filing deadline is coming. Here’s how you can file your return for free.

If you qualify, you can use one of the IRS’ eight “private-sector partners” to complete your federal returns at no cost. Some also offer free state tax return filing while others charge to file state returns, so shop carefully to avoid surprise costs.
Icon for www.newsweek.comNewsweek · Mar 27, 2025

Best Free Tax Software in April 2025

Claire is a senior editor at Newsweek focused on credit ... TurboTax offers a variety of services ranging in cost, but its free tax filing product, TurboTax Free Online, approximately serves ...
Icon for www.msn.comMSN · Mar 7, 2025

Free tax help is available for Central Florida’s low-income families and seniors

However, Central Florida residents can access a valuable resource: free tax preparation ... crucial support to seniors and non-English speakers who may find the tax filing process particularly ...
Icon for finance.yahoo.comYahoo Finance · 14d

Free tax filing options for procrastinators

IRS Free File – For those with an adjusted gross income of $84,000 or less in 2024, the IRS has several guided tax software options to choose from. People in any income bracket can take ...
Icon for www.msn.comCNBC on MSN.com · 11d

IRS' free tax filing program is at risk amid Trump scrutiny

The IRS' free tax filing program is in jeopardy as the agency faces continued cuts from the Trump administration. Funded under the Inflation Reduction Act in 2022, the program has been heavily scrutinized by Republicans, who have criticized the cost and ...
Icon for www.altoonamirror.comAltoona Mirror · Jan 30, 2025

Free tax prep offered to Cambria seniors

The Cambria County Area Agency on Aging sponsors a free tax preparation program designed ... Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Johnstown Senior Center, 550 Main St., Johnstown.
Icon for www.nerdwallet.comNerdWallet · 27d

Best Tax Software: Free and Paid Packages

Similar to its big-name competitors, TaxSlayer's free version only supports simple tax situations. If you just need to file a simple 1040 and don't need to claim any dependents or common tax ...
Ars Technica · 12d

AP: Trump admin to kill IRS free tax-filing service that Intuit lobbied against

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) criticized Intuit's lobbying against Direct File and told the AP that Trump and Musk "are going after Direct File because it stops giant tax prep companies from ripping taxpayers off for services that should be free. Americans want a free and easy way to file their taxes—Trump and Musk want to take that away."
Icon for www.usatoday.comUSA Today · Mar 26, 2025

Still haven't paid your taxes? There are lots of ways to get help by April 15, some free

But procrastinators can take heart because several free-filing services are available ... Leslie Lueker, who oversees VITA's tax-prep help at the senior center, said the program is available ...
Icon for www.postandcourier.comPost and Courier · 20d

IRS: Free File provides quick and easy way to file taxes

As the end of tax season approaches, the Internal Revenue Service reminds South Carolina taxpayers that IRS Free File is a quick and easy way to file federal tax returns for free. IRS Free File ...
The Mercury News · Mar 26, 2025

Free File, Direct File: How to use free IRS tax-filing options for Californians

To file a California return free, find the link for CalFile at the state Franchise Tax Board’s website. It uses information from your federal return, with some adjustments, to determine your state tax liability.
Icon for www.lehighvalleylive.comLehigh Valley Live · 23d

Tax Day is April 15. Can I file my taxes for free?

The clock is ticking to file your tax returns by the April 15 deadline. The IRS received more than 80 million tax returns through March 21, the agency said. Of those, nearly 55 million taxpayers ...
Icon for finance.yahoo.comYahoo Finance · 16d

DOGE vs. IRS’ Free Tax Filing Program: What It Could Mean for Your Wallet Next Tax Season

which allows taxpayers in participating states to file their taxes directly through the government agency for free. However, it seems the Trump administration isn’t on board. While the program ...
Icon for www.cnet.comCNET · 15d

How to File Your Income Taxes for Free by Tomorrow

Courtney Johnston is a senior editor leading the CNET Money ... In some cases, you may be able to file your taxes for free outside of the IRS Free File Program. Some IRS Free File partners may ...
Icon for nypost.comNew York Post · 11d

Trump administration plans to end IRS free tax filing program: sources

an electronic system for filing tax returns directly to the agency for free, according to two people familiar with the decision. The program developed during Joe Biden’s presidency was credited ...
FingerLakes1.com · 5d

Will Social Security Be Taxed in 2025? Here’s How to Know

Learn if your 2025 Social Security benefits will be taxed and how to calculate your combined income. This is the info you need for May 2025.
Icon for www.aol.comAOL · 13d

Trump administration plans to end free tax filing program

The Trump administration is planning to end the free tax filing service developed during ... sought to slash government spending. Elon Musk, senior adviser to the president, said earlier this ...
The Associated Press on MSN.com · 12d

Trump administration plans to end the IRS Direct File program for free tax filing, AP sources say

an electronic system for filing tax returns directly to the agency for free, according to two people familiar with the decision. The program developed during Joe Biden’s presidency was credited by users with making tax filing easy, fast and economical.
KVOA · 13d

United Way Tucson Offers Last-Minute Free Tax Filing Assistance

As the clock ticks down on the tax filing deadline, residents of Arizona have until 11:59 p.m. to submit their 2024 tax returns. For those earning
Icon for money.usnews.comU.S. News & World Report · Feb 28, 2025

How to File Taxes for Free

The counselors specialize in tax law areas relevant to seniors, such as retirement and pension issues. If you're 60 or over and want free, in-person help filing your return, you can find a TCE ...
Icon for www.forbes.comForbes · 24d

You Can Still File Taxes Through Credit Karma—But It’s No Longer Completely Free

but it often charges a fee to file your taxes; Credit Karma Tax, by contrast, was free for all users. And, in some cases, you may not be able to file your taxes through Credit Karma. What’s ...
KJRH - 2 News Oklahoma · 14d

Free income-based tax preparation helping filers as deadline looms

For many who struggle to fill out and file tax forms, 2 News Oklahoma's Cathy Tatom learned where income-based help is available.
Icon for www.koaa.comkoaa · Mar 28, 2025

Retired volunteers help seniors navigate tax season at Fountain Library

A group of dedicated retirees is offering free tax filing assistance to seniors, saving them money and providing much-needed financial relief COLORADO SPRINGS — Tax season can be stressful ...
Inc.com · 5d

This Free Tool Makes It Easier to Do Your Taxes. Trump Wants to Write It Off Once and For All

Complaining about your taxes is as popular an American pastime as baseball and apple pie. But it’s been a thorn in the side of the U.S. government, which has long struggled to offer a consumer-friendly filing option for the nation’s taxpayers.
Icon for www.newsweek.comNewsweek · Mar 26, 2025

IRS Issues Advice on How Millions Can File Returns for Free

Tax filing can be burdensome, and in some cases expensive. But there are options for certain taxpayers to file free of charge. Newsweek has gathered what you need to know about all of the free ...