A Feb. 3 Instagram post (direct link, archive link) claims an IRS service that helped taxpayers file their taxes for free ...

The New York Department of Taxation and Finance is encouraging people to consider using the Direct File program to file their ...

In early February 2025, claims emerged that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) led by Elon Musk, had terminated, ...

At this time, Direct File is still available, including in New Jersey, and may be a good option if you've lived in New Jersey ...

An eligibility check on the IRS.gov website indicates that Hawaii is not one of the 25 states participating in the “IRS Direct File ” online income tax filing program for federal returns. Why not, and ...

There was widespread confusion after the Tesla CEO claimed the program, which allows Americans to file their taxes straight ...

An "enhanced" version of the IRS' Direct File program launched this year, with availability in roughly twice as many states ...

Tax season can be stressful from gathering all the required documents to finding a trusted place to file. Here are some ...

The average American who hires a tax preparer to file even a simple return will spend upwards of $200, according to industry ...

The IRS has faced intense blowback to Direct File from private tax preparation companies that have made billions from ...

Most people who are eligible for tax credits claim them. Direct File — the IRS’ online tool for filing tax returns — could get more eligible filers to claim EITCs and CTCs.

A Feb. 3 Instagram post (direct link, archive link) claims an IRS service that helped taxpayers file their taxes for free online is no longer available. “Thanks to DOGE, millions of Americans ...