U.S. taxpayers preparing to file returns for 2025 — deadline April 15, 2026 — have one fewer free option this year.

For taxpayers expecting a refund that averages about $3,000, filing early can mean getting that money back sooner.

Many Americans will see bigger refunds and new deductions, while others may be revisiting the dreaded alternative minimum tax ...

Go to irs.gov/wheres-my-refund or use the IRS2GO mobile app. If you filed an amended return, go to ...

The Michigan Department of Treasury and IRS offer ways to check your tax refund status online.

TurboTax 's free edition lets you report W-2 income, the Child Tax Credit, the Earned Income Tax Credit, deductions for student loan interest and some interest and dividends. According to TurboTax, ...

Federal income tax returns for 2025 must be filed by April 15, 2026.

Dear Joe, Whether you need to file a federal income tax return this year depends on several factors: how much you earned in ...

The IRS Direct File program was eliminated for the 2026 tax filing season. However, there are still several free tax preparation software options for some filers.

The IRS is now accepting 2025 tax returns. Here's the last day to file your taxes and how to track your tax refund.

Range reports that taxpayers can extend their tax filing deadline to October 15 without penalties, but must pay taxes by ...

How do I check my tax return status? How long will it take for tax return to arrive? Here's your complete guide for the 2026 tax season.