The IRS Direct File program was eliminated for the 2026 tax filing season. However, there are still several free tax preparation software options for some filers.
When it comes to their federal income tax returns, tens of millions of US households pay for tax preparation and filing. Yet many might qualify to do so for free through IRS-approved programs. So why ...
To help you understand what some of these changes are, I contacted the IRS, Massachusetts Department of Revenue and some local organizations, who graciously shared their findings.