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Free File or Direct File? Which one will you use today as tax season begins?
As tax season begins on January 27, 2025, it's time to decide how you'll file your taxes. The IRS offers several tools to make the process easier and more efficient.
IRS Free File program: How to file your taxes for free in 2025
Free File allows taxpayers who earned below certain thresholds in 2024 to file their taxes electronically for free using brand-name software provided by commercial tax filing companies. Free File Fillable forms are available to any income level and provide free electronic forms that people fill out and file themselves — also at no cost.
More Americans will be able to file their tax return directly online with the IRS this year
Direct File allows some taxpayers to file their returns online directly with the IRS for no cost and is available to about half the country.
Other voices: Keep taxes easy and free to file. Expand Direct File
NEW YORK — As tax season gets underway, we are happy to say that now about half the country will benefit from the IRS’ free Direct File program, which lets people with relatively straightforward income tax returns get their refund or make their payment via an online portal.
Florida residents can file taxes for free through IRS Direct File. Here's how it works
Florida is one of 25 states eligible to file taxes for free directly with the IRS. Here's how it works, plus other options.
Tax Season 2025 Is Underway: Will Direct File Be Available in Your State?
The IRS has touted an "enhanced" version of Direct File this year, with the service being expanded to more states as well.
IRS Direct File program now open. Who’s eligible, how to file your taxes for free in Florida
The IRS' free online program Direct File is now open for business and accepting tax returns. Here's what to know.
NJ residents can now use free IRS Direct File system for their income taxes
New Jersey residents can now take advantage of IRS Direct File, a free and secure online tool for filing federal and state tax returns.
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Tax season kicks off Monday. Here's what to know and how to file for free in 2025
Taxpayers in 25 states, including Florida, will be able to file directly with the IRS starting on Jan. 27. Here's what's new and dates to know.
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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 ...