Wondering the best time to file taxes to avoid audits? While there's no guarantee, these tips can help you minimize ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Bruce makes the law and tax code understandable to everyone. This is the second part of my two-part Q&A with a tax-law expert, ...

The IRS Direct File program is no longer available. (Photo by Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images for Economic Security Project) We knew that it was coming, but now we know for sure: Direct File, the free ...

The holidays are over and now it’s time to focus on the new year. First things first, taxes. The IRS will begin accepting returns on Jan. 29. And even though tax changes could be coming as ...

While the chances of an IRS audit have been slim, the agency may scrutinize your return for several reasons. Some red flags for an audit are round numbers, missing income, excessive deductions or ...

The IRS Direct File tool won't be available for the upcoming tax filing season. Here are a few free resources if you want help filing your taxes.

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Over two dozen states incorporated the free tax software in 2025, but the IRS has decided to discontinue the program. Peter is a writer and editor for the CNET How-To team. He has been covering ...