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

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WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service opened IRS Free File on Jan. 9, allowing eligible people to prepare and submit their federal tax returns early. The main IRS filing season begins on Jan. 26 ...

The official start of tax season isn’t until Jan. 26, but the IRS is already accepting individual tax returns to be processed later this month. And, thanks to a service through the U.S. tax agency, ...

WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service opened IRS Free File on Jan. 9, allowing eligible people to prepare and submit their federal tax returns early. The main IRS filing season begins on Jan. 26 ...