We break down the definitions and eligibility rules for the five IRS filing statuses to help you maximize your refund this tax season. Dawn Allcot is a full-time freelance writer, content marketing ...

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The IRS Direct File program, a free tax filing option, has been discontinued for the 2026 tax season. The program was ended by the Trump Administration after a two-year pilot due to low participation ...

The IRS shut down its direct filing program for 2026, but Free File, Fillable Forms, MilTax, and some private tools remain—if you know where to look. Here’s how to navigate the free options still ...

(NEXSTAR) – In 2025, nearly 300,000 Americans used a new electronic system to file their taxes directly with the IRS for free. In 2026, that’s no longer an option. IRS Direct File launched as a pilot ...

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(NEXSTAR) – After several key changes in 2025, experts are advising taxpayers to start preparing for the coming year now to avoid any costly mistakes. “Taking action before the end of this year can be ...

Americans will have one fewer free option to file their taxes in 2026 after the Trump administration killed IRS Direct File. Without it, Direct File supporters said Americans will end up spending more ...

Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has revealed that the provincial cabinet will initially include 10 ministers as per the instructions received from Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf founder ...

A business owner’s ultimate guide to IRS Form 1096 — including who needs to file and step-by-step instructions. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners ...

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