We rate the best tax software solutions — from budget-friendly options for straightforward returns to feature-rich platforms for more complex situations — to help simplify the 2025 tax season.

Figuring out which is the best tax software for you comes down to a few factors. First, you'll want to understand the complexity of your taxes. Simple taxes typically include W-2 income and the ...

It's officially tax season, and while you technically have until April 15 to file your tax returns, the time is now to hone your strategy. Will you DIY your return or go to a tax professional? Or, ...

Few people enjoy preparing their annual income tax returns, but it's that time again, and there are plenty of ways to get free in-person assistance or free tax-preparation software. For most people ...

It's that time of year when many people think about getting their income tax returns filed, and once again there are several options for free preparation assistance and free software. For those with ...

College students need to do their taxes, and many have student loans. So, if you're a student or a student loan borrower, ...

No matter how you define your race, creed, color, sex, religion or national origin, you have something in common with your fellow Americans this time of year. You're sweating out your taxes. I would ...

Massachusetts has a flat tax rate of 5%. An additional 4% tax is levied on income over $1 million, making the highest tax rate in the state 9%.

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