If you missed the deadline to file income tax returns, the IRS suggests you still file.

The best tax software will let you file a federal income tax extension to give yourself six more months to finish your taxes.

Made a mistake on your 2025 tax return? Learn when to file an amended return with Form 1040-X and when it's better to let the ...

The tax deadline is April 15, 2025, marking the final day to file. If you need more time to file your tax return, request an extension online. Refunds can be received via direct deposit, check, or ...

IRS data shows that, as taxpayers got closer to Tax Day, filings were still lagging last year, while refunds have increased.

Watch out. You could get hit with penalties and interest if you don’t get your paper 1040 postmarked on time. Here’s what ...

For 2026, eight private-sector partners are offering guided tax software products through IRS Free File to taxpayers with an adjusted gross income of $89,000 or less in 2025. IRS Free File helps ...

Most US taxpayers will need to complete their income tax returns by April 15 or file a free tax extension for additional time. Peter is a writer and editor for the CNET How-To team. He has been ...

For millions of Americans still waiting to file, procrastination could lead to penalties or delays.

One of the more common tax questions is whether you need to file a federal tax return this year. The answer is: it depends.

January brings the new year, which means the month is filled with resolutions, settling into routine, and – whether you’re excited about it or not – tax season. Although it’s probably not your ...

Procrastination rarely pays off, especially when it’s time to file your tax returns. Most Americans receive their annual tax documents for the previous year by late January or early February. You can ...