Tax season is here, and while it’s not necessarily an occasion most people celebrate, you don’t have to struggle over your taxes anymore. Thanks to tax software programs, you can file your taxes in ...

The IRS shut down its direct filing program for 2026, but some tools remain—if you know where to look. Here’s how to navigate ...

Tax season officially starts on January 26, and this year brings major changes thanks to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed into law in July 2025. These changes affect your 2025 return filed in ...

Most commercial tax-prep companies have free tiers. H&R Block is one of the most popular and has an easy-to-navigate ...

The Trump administration has ended the IRS Direct File program but there are still no-cost ways to submit tax returns.

Oregonians have more options for free online tax prep for the 2025 filing season. Some may qualify for the IRS Free File program, a partnership with online tax prep companies that offer use of their ...

If your income, investments or life circumstances have changed, it may be time to switch tax software. Find the best tax ...

Free software replaced my paid tools—and I barely miss the subscriptions.

Filing your taxes is already a painful enough process without having to pay to do it. The good news? There are plenty of ways to file for free. From our morning news briefing to a weekly Good News ...

Free accounting software offers fewer features, integrations and automation tools than paid options. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who ...