Filing taxes in 2026 will look very different as changes related to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act take effect. Are you prepared to get the biggest refund possible when you file your 2025 taxes?

The agency still offers a Free File program that works with commercial tax software firms. Some companies also offer free tools for certain filers.

Employers have also issued W-2s, which report wages paid to employees. Other types of income, whether from contract work or investment income, get reported via a 1099 form. These 1099 forms start ...

Kaitlin Mulhere The U.S. just kicked off its first tax season since President Donald Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill ...

To claim the new tax break, you will need to fill out a new tax form called Schedule 1-A. Schedule 1-A is an IRS form used to ...

A new tax deduction for tip income is available for 2025 federal income tax returns. Learn the new form to file, who qualifies, and income limits.

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The 2026 tax filing season has begun. Here are the key dates you need to know. During this filing season, taxpayers will need to use the newly created Schedule 1-A to take advantage of the new tax ...

Tax season is underway and you have until April 15 to file your return with the IRS. For many, especially first-time filers, taxes can be daunting and it’s tempting to leave them until the last minute ...

Santa Barbara residents can receive free tax preparation through the VITA program, with services available through April 15.

WHY H&R BLOCK IS ALL-IN ON CREATORS The numbers tell the story. According to research from market.us, the U.S. creator economy hit $50.9 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $277.41 billion by ...