How to File Your Taxes for Free: Quick, Easy, and IRS-Approved
Know your options
Organizing your finances and knowing how to file your taxes is a step toward economic empowerment.
Tax advisory and planning services can be complex and time consuming; we are still here to help you.
As the tax season winds down, Ntare Consulting and Financial is here to make sure you don’t pay a dime more than necessary—even when it comes to filing your tax return.
If your 2024 adjusted gross income (AGI) was $84,000 or less, you may qualify to file your federal taxes for free using the IRS Free File system. Whether you’re a student, freelancer, employee, retiree, or part of the diaspora community, this option might be the perfect fit for you.
🎯 What is IRS Free File?
IRS Free File is a partnership between the IRS and leading tax software companies. Through this program, eligible taxpayers can access:
Free guided tax preparation software
Free electronic filing (e-file)
Free direct deposit for refunds
This service is only available through the official IRS website at IRS.gov.
💡 Key Benefits of IRS Free File
✅ No cost to prepare and file federal taxes
✅ Guided help to find valuable tax credits like the:
Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Child Tax Credit (CTC)
Child and Dependent Care Credit
✅ Available on any computer, tablet, or smartphone
✅ Safe and secure—your data is protected
✅ One product available in Spanish
✅ Designed to handle even complex tax returns
📈 Who Qualifies?
If your Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) was $84,000 or less in 2024, you can use IRS Free File. Each Free File partner sets additional rules (like age or state), but the IRS will guide you to the right one.
Your AGI includes:
Wages and salaries
Business or freelance income
Retirement income
Unemployment or Social Security income
And more
⏳ Need More Time? File an Extension for Free
If you're not ready to file by April 15, IRS Free File also allows you to request a filing extension—giving you until October 15, 2025, to submit your return.
⚠️ Important: An extension to file is not an extension to pay. If you owe taxes, make a payment by April 15 to avoid penalties and interest.
📚 Other Free Filing Options
In addition to IRS Free File, here are other no-cost ways to get your taxes done:
1. Free File Fillable Forms
Open to all income levels
Best for taxpayers comfortable preparing their own returns
Basic digital version of IRS paper forms
2. IRS Direct File
Available in 25 participating states
File directly with the IRS—fast, safe, and no middleman
Check eligibility and tax scenarios here
3. VITA and TCE
Free in-person help for those earning $67,000 or less, people with disabilities, seniors, and limited English speakers
Trained IRS-certified volunteers provide one-on-one tax prep
Find a local site using the VITA locator tool
4. MilTax (Military Tax Services)
Designed for military members, veterans, and their families
Helps with deployments, multi-state filings, and housing benefits
Includes federal and up to 3 state returns for free
🌍 Ntare Can Help You Navigate
At Ntare Consulting and Financial, we believe financial knowledge is power—and knowing how to file your taxes for free is a step toward economic empowerment.
We’re here to:
Guide you through your Free File options
Help you identify credits and deductions
Assist with tax planning and financial advice
Support our diaspora community with culturally relevant and personalized service
📞 Let’s Get You Started
Still unsure how to start? Contact Ntare Consulting and Financial for a quick tax review or to answer any questions you may have. We’ll help make sure your taxes are done accurately, affordably, and on time.
📍 Irving, Texas — Serving clients nationwide
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