Intuit's online tax software still tops the competition -- but it's costly if you have a complicated tax situation.

H&R Block's sleek interface and generous free plan places it near the top of its class.

If you have self-employment income, TaxSlayer offers everything you need, at a low price.

Formerly Credit Karma Tax, Cash App Taxes is robust tax software that's completely free for federal and state returns.

TaxAct offers tax preparation for less than its competitors and unique features to optimize your refund.

A partial shutdown could happen this week. Find out whether you could be affected if you're waiting on a tax refund.

While you wait to find out whether a potential child tax credit expansion will happen, you may wonder whether you should go ahead and file your taxes.

Find out if you should submit a tax return this year, and why you might want to.

The IRS says most child tax credit refunds should be available in bank accounts or on debit cards by Feb. 27.

You don't have to save your full refund, but high interest rates can help you earn interest.

Here's how to find the status of your tax refund if you've submitted your tax return to the IRS.

Living in one of these states could be beneficial to your wallet this year.

Don't be alarmed, on average US tax refunds are 13% lower this year. Here are ways you can receive a bigger one.

This year's tax filing numbers are starting to catch up to 2023's statistics -- with average refund amounts up over 2023.

You can still claim your 2020 tax return -- but not for long. Here's what to know.