IRS opens tax season with new free filing options for taxpayers
lehighvalleylive.com — January 26, 2025, 03:01 PM UTC
Tax season opened on January 27, 2025, with the IRS expecting over 140 million individual returns for 2024. Taxpayers can file for free using the IRS Free File service if their income is $84,000 or less. New Jersey residents can now use the IRS Direct File program, which was tested in 12 states last year. Eligibility depends on income and specific filing conditions, with certain income limits in place. For those who earn too much for Free File, the IRS offers Free File Fillable Forms starting January 27. Additional free tax help is available through Volunteer Income Tax Assistance and military programs.