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Is FreeTaxUSA the same as Direct File?
Contributed by: TriciaD, FreeTaxUSA Agent, Tax Pro Tax season can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to choosing the right tool to file your taxes online. Until recently, two options for filing a federal tax return online were FreeTaxUSA and Direct File. However, the IRS has suspended the Direct File program. This…
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Why you should use a password manager
Contributed by: GregC, FreeTaxUSA Security Manager What is a password manager? A password manager is a software application that helps you create, store, and manage your passwords for various online accounts. It can generate strong and unique passwords for each site you use and save them in an encrypted vault that only you…
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What is an IRA recharacterization?
Contributed by: CoryF FreeTaxUSA Agent, Tax Pro Did you ever contribute to an individual retirement account (IRA) and later realize it might have been better to choose a different type of IRA? Or perhaps your Roth IRA contribution is facing penalties due to high income? If either situation applies to you, recharacterizing…
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What do I need to know about filing a tax return as a college student?
Contributed by: CorinaE, FreeTaxUSA Agent There’s a lot to keep up with as a college student and a mountain of important deadlines, whether they’re for applications, assignments, or exams. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by these deadlines, but one due date you don’t want to miss is the tax filing deadline. Even if you’re…
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Can I still file 2024 taxes?
Contributed by: Henry, FreeTaxUSA Agent, Tax Pro and AndyS, FreeTaxUSA Agent, Tax Pro Did a major life event prevent you from filing your 2024 tax return on time? Were you missing important documentation? Or maybe you simply procrastinated and forgot to file. Whatever the reason, if you missed the 2024 filing deadline,…