When can you file taxes in 2026? Federal and state deadlines, extensions, and refunds

The federal tax filing deadline for most Americans is April 15, 2026. State tax deadlines may differ, so check your local ...
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IRS Ended Its Direct File Tax Program. Here Are the Best Options to File for Free in 2026

Even though the tax agency's free pilot program is no longer available, there are other free tax filing options this season.

IRS Direct File is gone. This is how you can still file taxes for free

In 2025, nearly 300,000 Americans used a new electronic system to file their taxes directly with the IRS for free. In 2026, ...
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2026 tax season is coming up: Here’s what you need to know

Tax season officially begins on Monday, Jan. 26, when the IRS starts accepting and processing 2025 federal tax returns.
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IRS announces start of 2026 tax filing season: January 26

The IRS officially kicks off the 2026 tax filing season on January 26.  New tax law provisions and updated forms could affect ...
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Many Americans qualify to file federal taxes for free online. Here's how

The deadline for filing federal tax returns for tax year 2024 is April 15, 2025. If you haven't filed yet, you might be able to do so for free online through the IRS Free File portal, which offers ...

Many will get bigger refund on their federal income tax

The 2026 tax season will soon be underway and some Americans could be receiving heftier tax returns this year. Here's why.

Filing deadline, new tax cuts and changes to know for 2026 tax season

The IRS will begin accepting 2025 tax returns on Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, the agency announced. Taxpayers have until Wednesday, ...