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

Musk posted on Twitter that he had “deleted” 18F, the group responsible for creating Direct File. That caused some to incorrectly report that the program had been axed.

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

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.

The IRS launched its Direct File pilot in 12 U.S. states in March 2024, which has now been expanded to 25 states. It allows taxpayers to submit simple tax returns directly with the government agency ...

Is Direct File the latest government program to be targeted by President Donald Trump’s administration? Tech billionaire Elon ...

According to the IRS, Direct File works similarly to a commercial tax software with a data import tool that will allow ...

Tax season is back again, which means it’s time to collect your W-2 and Form 1098, and Form 1099s and start filing. While ...

The IRS provides a free tool where taxpayers can track their refund, after they have completed their tax returns.

A pilot program for the service successfully launched last year in 12 states. New Jersey did not participate because of a ...

The Treasury will roll out a new, combined form encompassing three state initiatives: Senior Freeze, ANCHOR and the upcoming StayNJ.

The IRS' free online program Direct File is now open for business and accepting tax returns. Here's what to know.