Americans spend an average of $250 to have someone else handle their taxes. But many taxpayers can get free help in preparing and filing their tax returns.

It's that time of year, again. Tax Season 2026 is officially here, and if you haven't filed yet, the clock is ticking. Tax Day lands on April 15 this year so you've still got a couple of months left ...

Get the latest federal technology news delivered to your inbox. The IRS is recommitting to its decades-old partnership with tax prep companies as the main option for Americans to file their taxes ...

Believe it or not, it's possible to prepare and file your income taxes without spending a dime. We've reviewed the leading online tax services to help you find the top free options. I write about ...

When it comes to their federal income tax returns, tens of millions of US households pay for tax preparation and filing. Yet many might qualify to do so for free through IRS-approved programs. So why ...