CNBC Select has run more than a dozen tax software programs through their paces to find the best in a variety of categories.

If your income, investments or life circumstances have changed, it may be time to switch tax software. Find the best tax software with this guide. Read now: ...

Right now, Amazon has the H&R Block's Deluxe + State tax software currently going for just $30 (down from $60).

Most commercial tax-prep companies have free tiers. H&R Block is one of the most popular and has an easy-to-navigate ...

IRS Direct File, which was offered in 25 states last year, has been discontinued. But one very-much underused, free program remains for 2026.

TaxAct, a leading U.S. tax software provider trusted by more than 111 million filers since 1998, is entering the 2026 tax season with an expanded set of filing options designed to give consumers ...

If you had a loved one who died last year, you may be faced with the need to file taxes for an estate or a trust. When a ...

Tax season is on the horizon, which means it’s time to research and revisit the many competing software providers to find the one that best suits your needs for your unique tax situation. You might be ...

Few people enjoy preparing their annual income tax returns, but it's that time again, and there are plenty of ways to get free in-person assistance or free tax-preparation software. For most people ...

In early January, the IRS announced that the first day for filing 2025 tax returns would be today, Monday, Jan. 26, 2026. If ...

Harnessing the power of tax software from TurboTax, H&R Block or Jackson Hewitt can offer a quick and user-friendly approach ...