The IRS' Free File Fillable forms, which are electronic versions of common IRS paper forms, will be accessible to all starting Jan. 27 — taxpayers who don't qualify for Free File can use the fillable forms should they feel comfortable preparing their own taxes independently.

Last tax season, another free tax filing program launched: IRS Direct File. Unlike Free File, Direct File aims to be available for those with higher incomes. As Kiplinger reported, more taxpayers are expected to be able to use the program this filing season, but some states won’t get to use IRS Direct File.

With a new year here, that means a new tax filing season is just around the corner. Here is what you need to know.

As the 2025 tax season approaches, it's crucial to stay informed about important dates and procedures. While the IRS has yet to announce the official start date for accepting tax returns, taxpayers can begin preparing early.

While it’s undeniably early days, the Internal Revenue Service will tell you it’s not too early to think about the income-tax returns for 2024 that will start to come due soon enough. The federal tax collector typically begins accepting and processing tax returns for the prior calendar year in late January,

Key Takeaways Taxpayers should be able to start filing their 2024 tax return during the last week of January and will have until April 15 to finish.The Internal Revenue System offers extensions for taxpayers who need more time to finish filing their taxes or to afford their tax bills.

The IRS is kicking off tax season with a free filing service starting Friday. Taxpayers with an adjusted gross income of $84,000 or less in 2024 can file their taxes for free through online services partnered with the IRS.