Tax season is now open, and more taxpayers are eligible to file their taxes for free this year thanks to the expansion of the IRS' new Direct File program alongside its long-standing (but income-capped) Free File partnerships.

Expanded into 25 states for 2025, IRS Direct File allows eligible taxpayers to submit federal returns free of charge.

As tax season begins on January 27, 2025, it's time to decide how you'll file your taxes. The IRS offers several tools to make the process easier and more efficient.

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Free File allows taxpayers who earned below certain thresholds in 2024 to file their taxes electronically for free using brand-name software provided by commercial tax filing companies. Free File Fillable forms are available to any income level and provide free electronic forms that people fill out and file themselves — also at no cost.

Filers with Adjusted Gross Income, known as AGI, of less than $84,000 can use IRS Free File to complete returns at no charge. Free File offers tax preparation software from eight companies and gives free online access to preparation and filing software.

Tax season is officially upon us and some Illinois residents will be able to file their taxes for free this year. Here's what you need to know.