Some taxpayers may be eligible for a refundable credit of up to $8,000. Here are the requirements and how to apply.

Elon Musk said he had "deleted" a government agency that worked on the IRS' Direct File program. But the free filing program ...

The Internal Revenue Service is accepting tax returns for tax season 2025, including through the expanded Direct File program ...

The move to audit the IRS aligns with previous efforts by Musk to challenge federal tax collection practices, including his past criticisms of government spending and the Direct File program, a free ...

The Direct File program was launched to benefit over 30 million taxpayers and prompted a backlash from commercial tax prep ...

Direct File, which allows taxpayers to file their tax returns directly with the federal government, was launched as a pilot program in 12 states during the 2024 tax season.

Americans across multiple states who were planning to file their taxes through a free IRS online program still have the opportunity to do so, despite Elon Musk’s comments about taking away the ...

The IRS’ free tax-preparation program remains a free option for taxpayers this year, but the fate of a group of government ...

People will spend an average of $290 on filing their tax returns this year, according to IRS estimates. Individuals will pay $160 on average for tax prep, while the typical business owner will pay ...

This should be a banner year for taxpayers seeking free tax-preparation. But one key IRS program is under fire.

The Internal Revenue Service launched a pilot program last year that allows people to file their taxes directly with the ...