The filing deadline is April 15, and those who submit their return after that date without an extension may face penalties.

The IRS Direct File program was eliminated for the 2026 tax filing season. However, there are still several free tax preparation software options for some filers.

Here's when taxes are due in 2026, how long refunds take and how to check your IRS refund online.

Before you file taxes, see if you qualify for IRS Free File, tax credits or free help. These questions could help low-income ...

A free way to file taxes directly with the IRS has been eliminated, leaving Americans with one fewer way to file in 2026.

Taxes are due April 15, 2026. So, if you haven't filed your taxes yet, now's a good time to get your paperwork together and start thinking about when you're going to sit down and do it. There's still ...

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Applying for a six-month extension is easy, but IRS rules still require you to make a proper estimate of the taxes you owe. A ...

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The Internal Revenue Service has announced an official start date for accepting tax returns. Tax filings for the 2026 season begin Jan. 26, the agency announced. “The Internal Revenue Service is ready ...

Still haven’t filed your taxes? Don’t worry, you still have a month’s worth of time. And plenty of filing options, including an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) platform that’s free. An agency press ...

Musk says his AI chatbot found someone a bigger refund, but tax professionals and independent testing paint a far riskier picture for filers this season ...