Americans pay an average of about $290 to file their tax return each year, according to the National Taxpayers Union. There's ...

Tax season makes most people reach for their wallets, but it doesn’t have to. I asked ChatGPT to break down every legitimate way to file taxes without paying a dime, and the answer was way more ...

WRAL and 5 On Your Side is partnering with the North Carolina Society of Enrolled Agents to connect people with federally ...

There are three main ways to maximize your tax return. You can file your taxes on your own to save on tax preparation fees. You can work with a financial advisor to develop a tax strategy for your ...

This is the time of year when people’s minds are filled with tax issues — whether they’re searching for free tax help they can trust, trying to squeeze out more valuable deductions, hoping to avoid ...

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.

Free File is not Direct File, which the IRS has discontinued for the 2026 tax season. This tax season, according to the IRS, eight private-sector partners are offering guided tax software products ...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Goodwill of the Southern Rivers is offering free tax prep services to eligible families and individuals during the 2026 tax season. Goodwill says the free tax services will be ...

Tax software makes filing a return simple. While platforms are designed to be straightforward and user-friendly, questions often surface that can cause some confusion. According to two tax experts, ...

Many DIY tax software programs offer free tax filing for basic tax situations. But if your income is complex, most will prompt you to upgrade to a paid version. Dawn Allcot is a full-time freelance ...