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

Key Points ・The 2026 tax filing season may not open until mid-February, later than the usual late-January start. ・Federal tax law changes, combined with staffing reductions and the recent government shutdown,

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 ...

We personally tested seven major online tax filing services, breaking down cost, features and expert support to help you find your best tax filing option in 2026.

(NEXSTAR) — Tax season is back again, which means it’s time to collect your W-2 and Form 1098, and Form 1099s and start filing. While there are a slew of tax services and professionals that can help you file, for a fee, you may qualify to use a new tax ...

Mia Francis, a 22-year-old barista from Boston, filed her taxes on her own this year for the first time, using a free government tax filing program that made it easy because it did most of the work for her. Francis said it took 45 minutes to finish her ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. (NEXSTAR) — Tax season is back again, which means it’s time to collect your W-2 and Form 1098 ...