For taxpayers expecting a refund that averages about $3,000, filing early can mean getting that money back sooner.

Most commercial tax-prep companies have free tiers. H&R Block is one of the most popular and has an easy-to-navigate ...

With tax season approaching, our deals writer found the best TurboTax promo codes and deals to use when filing.

The IRS shut down its direct filing program for 2026, but some tools remain—if you know where to look. Here’s how to navigate ...

Each year, Americans spend an average of $240 to prepare and file their tax returns, according to the IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service. And the process is so complicated that about a million taxpayers ...

TIME AND MONEY. YES SHE DOES. AND THE IRS ESTIMATES THAT IT CAN COST AN AVERAGE OF $270 TO GET A PROFESSIONAL TO DO YOUR TAX RETURNS. IF YOU FILL OUT THE FORMS YOURSELF, IT CAN TAKE AS LONG AS 13 ...

IRS Direct File, which was offered in 25 states last year, has been discontinued. But one very-much underused, free program remains for 2026.

(NewsNation) — As tax season approaches, millions of Americans qualify to file their taxes for free — but only if they have what’s known as a “simple tax return.” A simple tax return typically ...

Honestly, tax season can feel overwhelming. You hear all sorts of conflicting advice, and suddenly you're not even sure if ...

How to get your tax refund fast, according to experts - ‘Taxpayers should carefully check their return, even if prepared by a ...