Re: Tax Services
Karen Kierpaul
- IRS Free File (Guided Software): Available to taxpayers with AGI of or less. Features include free federal and sometimes free state tax preparation through trusted partners.
- FreeTaxUSA: Offers free federal filing for everyone, including complex,1099, and itemized returns. State filing is .
- TaxAct: Provides free federal and state filing for those within income/age guidelines, specifically if AGI is under (with some age/military exceptions).
- TurboTax Free Edition: Free for simple tax returns only (W-2, limited interest/dividends, standard deduction).
- H&R Block Free Online: Free for simple returns, including dependents and student loan interest.
- MyFreeTaxes by United Way: Self-filing for incomes up to and assisted filing for incomes under
.
- IRS Free File Fillable Forms: Ideal for those comfortable preparing their own taxes with no income restrictions.
- Deadline: Typically mid-April 2026.
- Eligibility: Each partner in the IRS Free File Alliance sets its own requirements regarding income, age, and state residency.
- Free State Filing: Many, but not all, IRS Free File partners offer free state returns in addition to federal, check for the best deal.
--Hi Champions!
Does anyone know of any free/low cost tax services? I’m working with a young mom of 2 small children who recently relocated after losing her home and all her belongings. She’s also in need of a specific type of infant formula (waiting for her SNAP benefits to renew). Sounds like she needs a lot of resources so I may be posting here for more help as I learn more! She’s about a year into her substance use recovery and is trying to get back on her feet, but is struggling financially. She’s currently living in Inkster. Any help is greatly appreciated!
Allison Herrst, LLMSW, CPRC, CPRM
Executive Director
Recovery Action Network of Michigan (RANMI)
Phone: 248-938-2134
📍 35112 W. Michigan Ave., Wayne, MI 48184
🌐 www.ran-mi.org
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Bentas, Scott (LEO)
There is no dollar amount listed after Adjusted Gross Income (AGI). Then says ‘ or less’
Scott Bentas
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For the 2025 tax season (covering the 2024 tax year), free online filing is available for taxpayers with an Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) of
or less through the IRS Free File program. Top options include FreeTaxUSA, TaxAct, TurboTax Free Edition, and H&R Block Free Online for simple returns, with IRS Free File Fillable Forms available for any income level.
Key Free Tax Filing Services for 2025
- IRS Free File (Guided Software): Available to taxpayers with AGI of
or less. Features include free federal and sometimes free state tax preparation through trusted partners.
- FreeTaxUSA: Offers free federal filing for everyone, including complex,1099, and itemized returns. State filing is
.
- TaxAct: Provides free federal and state filing for those within income/age guidelines, specifically if AGI is under
(with some age/military exceptions).
- TurboTax Free Edition: Free for simple tax returns only (W-2, limited interest/dividends, standard deduction).
- H&R Block Free Online: Free for simple returns, including dependents and student loan interest.
- MyFreeTaxes by United Way: Self-filing for incomes up to
and assisted filing for incomes under
.
- IRS Free File Fillable Forms: Ideal for those comfortable preparing their own taxes with no income restrictions.
Important Information
- Deadline: Typically mid-April 2026.
- Eligibility: Each partner in the IRS Free File Alliance sets its own requirements regarding income, age, and state residency.
- Free State Filing: Many, but not all, IRS Free File partners offer free state returns in addition to federal, check for the best deal.
On Tue, Feb 3, 2026 at 7:52 PM Allison Herrst <allison...@ranmi.org> wrote:
Hi Champions!
Does anyone know of any free/low cost tax services? I’m working with a young mom of 2 small children who recently relocated after losing her home and all her belongings. She’s also in need of a specific type of infant formula (waiting for her SNAP benefits to renew). Sounds like she needs a lot of resources so I may be posting here for more help as I learn more! She’s about a year into her substance use recovery and is trying to get back on her feet, but is struggling financially. She’s currently living in Inkster. Any help is greatly appreciated!
Allison Herrst, LLMSW, CPRC, CPRM
Executive Director
Recovery Action Network of Michigan (RANMI)
Phone: 248-938-2134
📍 35112 W. Michigan Ave., Wayne, MI 48184
🌐 www.ran-mi.org
📧 allison...@ranmi.orgFollow us on social media to stay updated on our programs and recovery events:
Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn
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