If you're unable to pay for TurboTax Premium at this time, there are several options available to assist you:
Pay with Your Refund: TurboTax offers the option to pay for its services using your federal tax refund. This means you can file your taxes now and have the TurboTax fees deducted from your refund once it's processed
To use this payment option:
- Your federal refund must be enough to cover the TurboTax fees.
- You must have a U.S. address.
- You need to e-file your return.
- The name on the bank account must match the name on the tax return.
- You must direct deposit your refund into a single account
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TurboTax Free Edition: If you have a simple tax return, you can use TurboTax Free Edition to file your federal and state taxes for free. This option is suitable for taxpayers with basic income sources and limited deduction
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IRS Free File: This program allows eligible taxpayers to prepare and file their federal tax returns using free tax software from trusted IRS Free File partners. Taxpayers with an adjusted gross income (AGI) of $79,000 or less can use this service
Some providers also offer free state tax return preparation. You can find more information on the IRS Free File webpage
IRS Direct File: This option allows taxpayers to file their federal taxes directly with the IRS for free. It supports common filing, credits, deductions, and income types. You can learn more about this service on the IRS Direct File webpage
