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The IRS’s free online filing system is now available to half the country
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2025 tax season is here. More people can file online for free
Tax season has officially opened. Starting on Monday, you can now file tax returns for 2024 income. This year the Internal Revenue Service is making it easier for more people to file online for free, through its Direct File program. That was introduced last year as a pilot, and this year it is being expanded.
IRS accepting tax returns now: When can I file a return? Where’s my refund? Can I file for free?
Filers with Adjusted Gross Income, known as AGI, of less than $84,000 can use IRS Free File to complete returns at no charge. Free File offers tax preparation software from eight companies and gives free online access to preparation and filing software.
IRS Direct File 2025 Offers A New Way to File Taxes for Free
IRS Direct File launched last year as a way to file your taxes with the federal tax agency — for free. At the time, there were only 12 participating pilot states. This tax season, twenty-five states will participate, though the IRS invited all states and the District of Columbia to join in.
Other voices: Keep taxes easy and free to file. Expand Direct File
NEW YORK — As tax season gets underway, we are happy to say that now about half the country will benefit from the IRS’ free Direct File program, which lets people with relatively straightforward income tax returns get their refund or make their payment via an online portal.
Florida residents can file taxes for free through IRS Direct File. Here's how it works
Florida is one of 25 states eligible to file taxes for free directly with the IRS. Here's how it works, plus other options.
IRS expands free tax filing program to new states
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NJ residents can now use free IRS Direct File system for their income taxes
New Jersey residents can now take advantage of IRS Direct File, a free and secure online tool for filing federal and state tax returns.
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