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

Returns can be rejected for a range of reasons, and fixing the problem quickly is key to getting your refund.

Don’t panic if your IRS transcript says “No Return Filed.” Timing issues, processing delays, or the specific transcript type you selected may be the real reason.

The agency still offers a Free File program that works with commercial tax software firms. Some companies also offer free ...

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

While taxes are inevitable for most Americans, the government doesn't require those with sufficiently low incomes to file. However, choosing not to file usually means forfeiting profitable tax breaks ...

Tax season opened this year on January 26, 2026, and the IRS expects to process more than 164 million individual tax returns for the 2025 tax year. But not everyone is rushing to file, and not ...

Procrastination rarely pays off, especially when it’s time to file your tax returns. Most Americans receive their annual tax documents for the previous year by late January or early February. You can ...

Realizing you made a mistake on your tax return? Don’t panic. If you overlooked a valuable deduction, say, or forgot to report some of your income, you can simply file an amended return. Amending your ...

The April 15 tax filing deadline is one day away, and failing to file your tax return on time can lead to financial penalties. While many may consider putting off filing because they're unable to pay ...

A rejected tax return can delay your refund if you don’t act quickly. Here’s how to spot the problem, fix it and resubmit before the deadline.