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The Treasury Department said in an October report to Congress that participation in the Direct File program was low and the ...

As RIAs look to expand wallet share and attract clients, holistic services like tax planning and preparation have emerged as crucial ventures. Still, not all firms — whether by choice or due to ...

A new report from the tax agency that was requested by congressional Republicans said that dropping Direct File “is in the ...

Every year, tax season arrives, bringing a sense of urgency. For millions of Americans, it's a time to gather documents, navigate forms and hope for a smooth filing experience. For tax preparation ...

A memo to states last week confirmed what many have long expected was coming: “IRS Direct File will not be available in Filing Season 2026. No launch date has been set for the future.” ...

Direct File won’t be available anymore to do your taxes next year. Here’s what that means once the tax filing season opens in ...

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