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Illinoisans may be able to file federal taxes for free
Many Illinois residents will be able to use the IRS Direct File service to electronically prepare and file their 2024 federal tax returns for free.
Investors may be able to file taxes for free this season. Here's who qualifies
Typically, investors may receive Form 1099-B for capital gains and losses, Form 1099-DIV for dividends and capital gains distributions, along with Form 1099-INT for interest income. Some free tax filing options may include Direct File,
How to file your taxes for free starting today
Starting today, almost all tax filers can submit returns electronically using IRS Free File on IRS. Gov. The returns will be processed once tax season officially opens on Jan. 27. READ MORE: IRS sets date it will start accepting tax returns; How long will it take to get your refund?
When can you file taxes in 2025? Here's what's different about tax season this year
April 15, 2025, is the filing deadline for federal taxes. That's on a Tuesday this year. If you fail to file or pay your federal tax return on time, the standard penalty is a whopping 5% of any tax due for every month the return is late, up to 25% of the unpaid balance.
What options do you have to file taxes for free in the US?
As the 2025 tax season kicks off on January 27, millions of Americans will embark on the annual journey of filing their tax returns.
If you earn less than $84,000, you can benefit from these free IRS tax filing programs
Taxpayers with an AGI above $84,000 can use the Free File Fillable Forms starting Jan. 27. That service is available to all ...
IRS Free File: Your Step-by-Step Guide to Filing Taxes for Free In 2025
The IRS Free File program is open, offering free tax software to those with an AGI of £84,000 or less. Other free options ...
IRS' free Direct File program expands to 25 states — but still faces Republican scrutiny
Direct File, the IRS’ free tax filing program, has expanded to 25 states for 2025. But the program’s future remains uncertain ...
TurboTax app offers way to file taxes for free, but what's the catch?
The IRS often begins accepting and processing tax returns in late January. The official date is expected to be announced the ...
Guide to 2024 taxes: W-2 arrival dates, 1099-K form confusion, free filing options
The income tax deadline is April 15 for most taxpayers. But taxpayers in Florida, North Carolina, and other areas hit by ...
IRS brings back, expands Direct File program to file taxes for free. Will Trump kill it?
What to know about the IRS' Direct File program, how to use it, who is eligible, and whether it will last under the Trump ...
When does IRS start accepting tax returns? See first day to file, how to track your refund
The 2025 tax season is here, and companies are required to provide required documents by Jan. 31. Here's how early you can ...