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"This was my 7th year using TaxAct for my taxes. The program is easy to use, very helpful and providing tax information and upp to date with the new tax laws."
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Frequently Asked Questions

You can file for free yourself with TaxAct's Free Edition if you meet the qualifications below, including filing using IRS Form 1040 only without having to attach any forms or schedules. Only certain taxpayers are eligible.

Situations covered (assuming no added tax complexity):

  • W-2 income, Unemployment income, Retirement income

  • Earned Income Tax Credit, Child Tax Credit

  • Dependents

  • Current Students

  • Student loan interest

Situations not covered:

  • Investment income: Stock, interest, dividends, crypto, or capital gains/losses

  • Sale of home, real estate taxes, mortgage interest, or rental property income

  • Royalty, trusts, and foreign accounts

  • Business and farm income

  • Itemized deductions

  • Adoption credits and child and dependent care

  • Health Savings Account (HSA)

  • Freelance, contractor, side hustle, or self-employed income and expenses

About 44% of users qualify. If you don’t qualify for a basic federal tax return, we have other to help you easily file taxes online with TaxAct.