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

As the deadline to file federal tax returns approaches, you may be wondering how to file your return. For the quickest turnaround, the IRS recommends that you file your return electronically using one ...

IRS Free File is now accepting federal tax returns from eligible taxpayers at no cost. Here are the details.

Before filing your tax return, be sure you understand these 14 key tax forms, what they're for, and how they can impact your ...

Even though the tax agency's free pilot program is no longer available, there are other free tax filing options this season.

Taxes may be fact of life, but have you ever been up close and personal with a Form 1040? Here's a beginner's guide to understanding how federal income tax returns work. Many, or all, of the products ...

Filing your federal tax return to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) starts with having the right forms in hand. Whether you choose to e-file or submit a paper return, being well-prepared is essential ...

For example, Form 1099-NEC, used to report payments to independent contractors, must be furnished by February 2, 2026. As ...

Realizing you made a mistake on your tax return? Don’t panic. If you overlooked a valuable deduction, say, or forgot to report some of your income, you can simply file an amended return. Amending your ...

There are nearly 1,000 federal tax forms available from the IRS, but odds are you don’t need to care about most of them. Here is a handful of forms you should know about as you prepare your tax return ...

Janet Berry-Johnson, CPA, is a freelance writer with a background in accounting and income tax planning and preparation for individuals and small businesses. Her work has appeared in Business Insider ...