Tax Income Form

Federal tax forms come in every size, shape and flavor and most of them are free.

If, for example, you want to fill in the tax forms and file them online without tax software, you can use free fill-in tax forms found online at IRS.gov.

? Looks like blank IRS forms. You choose, self-prepare, and e-file your 1040, 1040 A and 1040EZ return.

? Covers the most commonly filed Federal tax forms and schedules.

? Includes basic calculation capability.

? Does NOT support state forms or State e-file .

? There are no income limitations.

? Free Federal Extension is available.

There is also an in-person Free File program where you can get help filling out your forms in person.

This program also comes in two flavors which provide free federal income tax preparation and electronic filing for eligible taxpayers through a partnership between the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Free File Alliance LLC, a group of private sector tax software companies.

Traditional Free File - If you want tax software with step-by-step help

? Free File supports preparation of Federal tax returns. However, many companies also offer state tax preparation though fees may apply.

? Free tax preparation and e-filing if your adjusted gross income is $56,000 or less in 2008.

? Asks simple questions, puts your answers on the right forms.

? Covers the most commonly filed Federal tax forms and schedules.

? Includes Federal e-file - get your refund in as little as 10 days with Direct Deposit.

? Does all the math for you.

? Receive a quick confirmation within 48 hours that your return was received by the IRS.

? Benefit from Free File's checks for accuracy.

? Available in Spanish

One of the most exciting things Free File is that the volunteers can help with you electronic filing even though you are not filing online from your home. As with online filing from your PC, Free File files are received and processed much faster than paper returns and refunds might arrive in as little as two weeks if you go the direct deposit route.

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