Free File Your 2009 Taxes

It is estimated that 70% of taxpayers are eligible to file their IRS tax returns online for free, but many of them don't take advantage of this. Filing online, or e-filing, reduces the number of errors, helps filers prepare their return faster and get their refund quicker. Find out if your are eligible to free file your 2009 taxes online and you can get your return faster too.

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Why is it Free to File Your Taxes?

In the early 2000's the IRS recognized that filers needed a way to electronically file their tax returns and while a few private companies offered this, they charged concumers for this service. The IRS sought to launch a free filing service so tax filers could e-file their tax returns free of charge. Knowing that any government launched initiative could take years to complete, they worked with private companies to form the Free File Alliance. The Free File Alliance would offer filers who met certain income criteria a free option to filing their taxes.

As it stands, 20 different private companies are involved with the Free File Alliance. Each of these companies offers a free file version of their tax filing service that allows users to file their tax returns for free. To view a list of the 20 different companies click here.

It is important to note that neither we, FreeFile.com a private for profit site, not the IRS indorses any of these companies.

Do you have other tax needs?

If so, you may want to consider services by other tax providers including filing an extension, requesting copies of past tax returns, getting help with tax debt, or locating tax forms.

Running out of time to file your taxes this year? If so, consider filing an online tax extension with TaxExtensions.com, the oldest and most reputable online tax extension provider.
Retrieve copies of past tax returns and W2s previously filed with IRS. Forms you can retrieve include 1040, 1040A, 1040EZ, w2, and 1099.