Nobody looks forward to doing their taxes, and spending big money on tax-prep fees just to owe the IRS or get a refund for money the IRS owes you is especially exasperating. One free tax filing option called IRS Direct File has ended and won’t be available when filing opens in January 2026. Fortunately, several options for free tax filing remain, including free versions of tax software and several programs that offer tax preparation assistance. Read more: Everything you need to file your taxes on time ...