How to Use IRS Free File Delivered by TurboTax to File Your Taxes

: February 17, 2021

: Taxes

You need to file your taxes, but you may not need to pay for it! The IRS offers several ways to file your taxes for free, including VITA sites, Free File Fillable Forms, and IRS Free File.

If your 2020 income was $39,000 or less and you’re planning to use IRS Free File delivered by TurboTax, check out the resources below to get started.

How can I get help with IRS Free File delivered by TurboTax?

Tax Time Allies has created the resources below to help you file.

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More Ways To File For Free

There are other options if you don’t qualify for IRS Free File delivered by TurboTax. You’re eligible for IRS Free File if your income was $72,000 or less in 2020. You can choose from a list of free brand-name tax preparation options. Each offer has different eligibility criteria. To choose the best option for you, browse the IRS list of free tax filing offers. You can filter the offers based on your age, adjusted gross income (AGI), military status, and more.

Learn more about:

Resources to help you file for free and maximize your tax refund, including claiming your stimulus checks by filing your taxes
All of your options for filing your taxes for free
Getting free tax prep help at a VITA site
The Earned Income Tax Credit and how it’s different this year

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