This option makes sense for homeowners, investors, those with side gigs, and anyone whose return goes beyond a simple W-2.

TurboTax is just one of the many commercial tax-prep companies with a free tier. H&R Block is one of the most popular, thanks ...

Free File is not Direct File, which the IRS has discontinued for the 2026 tax season. This tax season, according to the IRS, eight private-sector partners are offering guided tax software products ...

A for tax year 2025 tied to the “One, Big, Beautiful Bill,” offering deductions for tips, overtime pay, car loan inte ...

Many Americans will see bigger refunds and new deductions, while others may be revisiting the dreaded alternative minimum tax. Don’t panic just yet.

With tax season officially here, our deals writer found the best TurboTax promo codes and deals to use when filing.

Early birds can submit their 2025 tax returns today and receive their potential tax refunds in two to three weeks. Peter is a writer and editor for the CNET How-To team. He has been covering ...

IRS Free File allows more than 100 million people to file taxes at no cost. But only 2% of taxpayers use the service.

Due to several major tax rule changes, your 2025 return might feel unfamiliar even if your income looks the same.

Withholding on qualified overtime compensation: For tax years beginning after 2024 and ending before 2029, P.L. 119-21 allows ...

Tax returns received and processed remain slightly below last year’s pace, even as the average refund climbs to $3,804.