IRS Direct File, which was offered in 25 states last year, has been discontinued. But one very-much underused, free program remains for 2026.

CNBC Select has run more than a dozen tax software programs through their paces to find the best in a variety of categories.

We compared the top free tax software options to help the do-it-yourself tax filers find the cheapest option in 2026.

The time for filing 2025 US federal tax returns is nearly upon us. Learn all the critical dates and deadlines for your taxes.

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

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It's officially tax season, and while you technically have until April 15 to file your tax returns, the time is now to hone your strategy. Will you DIY your return or go to a tax professional? Or, ...

The deadline to file your federal tax return will be here before you know it. Filing taxes isn’t the highlight of anyone’s year, but submitting your return as early as possible has multiple benefits.

College students need to do their taxes, and many have student loans. So, if you're a student or a student loan borrower, which tax software is best? This year, several major tax companies are ...

BuchhaltungsButler, in collaboration with DataPulse Research, reports that while AI like ChatGPT can aid in tax returns, ...