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How to File Your Taxes for Free in 2026
IRS Direct File is gone, but you still have four free options for filing your 2025 tax return. Here's how to use each one.
Jordan Mitchell·

IRS Direct File is gone, but you still have four free options for filing your 2025 tax return. Here's how to use each one.

The 2026 standard deduction is $32,200 for married couples filing jointly, $16,100 for single filers, and $24,150 for heads of household. Plus, seniors get a new $6,000 bonus.

Missing the tax deadline triggers penalties and interest, but the consequences depend on whether you owe money. Here's what the IRS actually does and how to fix it.