Meredith Dietz is Lifehacker’s Senior Staff Writer. She earned her bachelor’s degree in English and Communications from Northeastern University, where she graduated as valedictorian of her college.

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 ...

The 2026 tax season will open on Monday, Jan. 26, and you may save a few bucks on filing fees if you qualify to use the IRS' free filing system.

Navigating taxes can feel overwhelming, with its sea of paperwork, numbers, and deadlines—especially for first-time filers. But understanding the basics is key to maximizing returns and staying ...

The IRS expects more than 140 million individual tax returns for tax year 2024 to be filed ahead of the federal deadline. Taxpayers residing in a federally declared disaster area may have additional ...

If you need assistance filing or don’t know how to do so online, we have that information and more to help get your taxes squared away. Federal 2024 tax returns are due by Tuesday, April 15. If you ...

We've all been there. Life gets busy and filing taxes falls to the bottom of your list of priorities. The challenge of filing your taxes late can feel overwhelming whether you missed the deadline by a ...

If you’re looking to file your 2024 taxes ASAP, you can do it at a discount online with TaxAct. TaxAct is offering its online tax filing services for up to 40% off through March 2. This early bird ...

Taxpayers often make mistakes when filing their taxes, such as inputting incorrect personal information or making math errors. Choosing the wrong filing status or claiming ineligible credits can lead ...

Tax season isn’t the most joyful time of year, but it’s certainly one of the most important. With the filing deadline approaching, here’s a rundown of the latest tax updates to help you maximize ...