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Countless taxpayers may be stressed out with taking care of their families, working from home (if they’re able to), and trying to adjust to their daily lives. With filing a tax return being the last thing on their mind, the July 15 deadline came as fast as it left.
If you find yourself worrying about needing extra time to file, don’t worry, we’re here to help.
During tax season, many taxpayers wonder if free file through tax preparation sites is a myth. It turns out, it’s true but it solely depends on your tax situation.
On the bright side, the best part about filing online is being able to file your taxes right from home. For one thing, you can avoid the hassle of waiting to see a tax accountant. On top of that, you even see options to file for free!
Unfortunately, not all tax sites who advertise for free tax filing can help taxpayers for free. Most tax sites will only allow you to file your taxes for free if you have a “simple” return; meaning taking the standard deduction.
As a reminder, if you’re itemizing the deductions below, you cannot file for free. Continue reading “Filing Your Taxes for Free & How it Works”
