You may qualify for no-cost tax preparation and filing services.
Millions of American households pay to prepare and file their federal income tax returns, yet many might qualify to do it for free via an IRS-approved initiative. So, what’s stopping them? One factor could be the intricacies of tax laws. “Our own study suggests that this complexity matters for households, particularly those with lower incomes, […]
Hochul and Mamdani’s ‘no-cost’ child care proposal would invite fraudsters.
New York Governor Backs Child Care Plan Amid Scandal Concerns Governor Kathy Hochul has thrown her support behind Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s proposal for universal child care. This comes despite recent revelations in Minnesota about the potential for dishonest practices within such systems. Essentially, this initiative could put additional pressure on New York City’s already struggling […]
Leading University with Federal Support Declares No-Cost Tuition for Most Students
Johns Hopkins University Announces Tuition Waivers On Thursday, Johns Hopkins University (JHU) revealed a significant new policy regarding tuition fees. Families earning less than $200,000 will not only see tuition waived, but those with incomes below $100,000 will also have their living expenses covered. The university stated that this initiative will benefit the “vast majority […]
The IRS is ending a no-cost option for filing tax returns. Here’s what to understand.
IRS Direct File Program Discontinued for Next Year The IRS’s Direct File system, which allowed taxpayers to file their returns electronically for free, will not be available in the upcoming year. This confirmation came from an email sent by IRS official Cynthia Noe to state auditors involved in the program. “IRS Direct File will no […]
Supreme Court to hear Obamacare no-cost preventive care dispute
The Supreme Court will hear a case that will determine the fate of free preventive services under the Affordable Care Act. In a brief order issued Friday, the justices said they would consider whether members of the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force were appointed under the Constitution. The Affordable Care Act requires insurance companies and […]