MyFreeTaxes
MYFREETAXES
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Filers who have a tax return below $82,000 per year qualify to utilize MyFreeTaxes. For a complete list of forms included (or excluded) visit MyFreeTaxes.com.
MyFreeTaxes partners with the IRS to help people easily and accurately file their federal and state taxes.
The MyFreeTaxes filing software is protected by TaxSlayer, which uses the highest industry standards to safeguard your information. United Way does not have access to any of your personal tax information.
We envision a world where every person in every community is thriving. We give people the educational resources and tools to build financial security to improves their lives and the lives of future generations. For millions of Americans, tax refunds and credits are essential to their financial security. That’s why United Way helps people save more of their hard-earned money.
So far, more than 1.4 million people have used MyFreeTaxes, saving $270 million in tax preparation fees while receiving 2.1 billion in refunds.
Filing your tax return can be a daunting, expensive task. That’s why the United Way network provides free tax filing support to U.S. residents, through our online MyFreeTaxes service or VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program. In both cases, United Way partners with the IRS.
MyFreeTaxes is the only free, national online tax filing program offered by a nonprofit. It helps you file your state and federal taxes in 1 hour, from your phone, tablet or computer. The secure software guides you through the process to guarantee you get your maximum refund.
Since 2009, MyFreeTaxes has helped 1.4M people save $270M in tax prep fees and receive deductions and credits they may not have known they were eligible for, like the Earned Income Tax Credit or the Child Tax Credit. The service is available in English and Spanish.
FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE
Understanding how to File An Extension on your Taxes (via irs.gov)
IRS Free File: Doing Your Own Taxes For Free (via irs.gov)
MilTax: Completely Free Tax Software & Support for Active Military & Veterans
United Way of Great River Region VITA Program – Free In Person Tax Preparation
United Way of Wapello County VITA Program – Free In Person Tax Preparation
Iowa Legal Aid – Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic & Free Tax Help
Iowa Depart of Revenue – List of File for Free Programs – 2024
Interactive Tax Assistant – Get Answers to Tax Questions (via irs.gov)
Tax Withholding Estimator – Estimate Federal Income Tax Withholding (via irs.gov)
Taxpayer Assistance Center Office Locator (via irs.gov)
