Tax Returns
How to file a federal extension (Form 4868)
File a federal extension (Form 4868) by logging in to MyFreeTaxReturn.com, selecting Work With Filing, then Begin a Fed Extension on the Navigation Page. Sign the User Agreement first, then enter your total tax liability, total payments, and amount you're paying.
How to check the status of return
Follow the instructions in the rejection email to correct and resubmit your return.
What if my return is accepted
If your return is ACCEPTED and shows you are due a REFUND, you do not need to take any other action. If your return is ACCEPTED and your return shows a BALANCE DUE, please verify your payment was accepted by the government.
How to file if my parent claimed me as a dependent on their return
If your parent or another person claims you as a dependent on their tax return, you must indicate this in your tax return. There is a question field within our system that allows you to indicate that you have been claimed by someone.
What filing status should I choose
It is important for taxpayers to know their correct filing status. Please refer to the IRS ITA Tool - What is my filing status to help determine your filing status if you need assistance. There are five filing statuses:
How to restart my return filing (interview)
If you would like to restart a return you must delete any previously started returns. Please keep in mind that when deleting and restarting a return, your SSN, name, and DOB will not be deleted. Restarting a return will allow you to restart the interview mode to make your inputs.
How to restart my return (interview)
If you would like to restart a return you must delete any previously started returns. Please keep in mind that when deleting and restarting a return, your SSN, name, and DOB will not be deleted. Restarting a return will allow you to restart the interview mode to make your inputs.
How to delete a return
You have the option to request an outstanding return be deleted. To request your return be deleted, you will need to submit a request to our support team. Please send us a Secure Email with the following information: To see instructions on How to send a Secure Email, click the linked article below
Schedules & Forms
How to report Interest Income
Form 1099-INT and other interest income may be entered on our Interest Listing Page. If the interest income amounts to $1,499 or less, it will be reflected on line 2b of your Form 1040.
How to add additional forms
Our user-friendly system makes it easy to add any additional forms you may need for your tax return with just a few simple steps. Within the return, you can quickly access essential forms like W-2s, 1099s, Schedule A, and more.
How to include form 1099-OID
This page includes the following information: For more information please visit the IRS About Form 1099-OID
What is form 982 reduction of tax attributes due to discharge of indebtedness
The IRS Form 982 is used to determine, under certain circumstances described in section 108, the amount of discharged indebtedness that can be excluded from gross income.
What is form 4852-W-2 substitute
When to use form 4852-W-2 substitute: How to enter Form 4852 in our system
State Returns
How to add/remove a state return
Add or remove a state return by entering your return, selecting State Return Selections (also under the Basic Info tab), and using the checkboxes to add or remove each state. Check a state to add it, uncheck to remove it, then Save & Continue.
How to edit a state return
Edit your state return by entering your return and selecting Edit (State Abbreviation) Return from the Return Summary page. This opens the state-specific forms where you can update your state filing information.
Pricing
My return was rejected, can I get a refund
Once the tax preparation service has been used to either eFile or paper file a tax return, a refund is not guaranteed – even if the return is rejected. The fee(s) charged by MyFreeTaxReturn.com is based on the use of our service to prepare the tax return(s).
What is MyFreeTaxReturn.com pricing fee
Federal filing is free on MyFreeTaxReturn.com with no income limits. Federal forms and schedules are included at no extra charge for supported returns. Current-year state returns are $12.99 each, supported prior-year state returns are $15.99, and the optional refund transfer costs $29.95.
What is MyFreeTaxReturn.com's refund policy
Once our service has been used to prepare and either eFile or paper file a tax return, a refund is not guaranteed. The fee(s) charged by MyFreeTaxReturn.com is based on the use of our service to prepare the tax return(s).
Dependents
How to add advanced dependent information
Check the Show Advanced Dependent Information box at the bottom of the Dependent page to indicate special conditions: qualifying student, disabled, kidnapped, Form 8332 (divorce/decree), or Form 2120 (multiple support).
How to report or remove a dependent
Add, edit, or remove a dependent on the Dependent and Household Member Information page. Select Edit to modify an existing dependent or +Add New for a new one. Check Show Advanced Dependent Information for special conditions.
Who qualifies as a dependent
According to the IRS, a dependent is a qualifying child or relative who relies on you for financial support. To claim a dependent for tax credits or deductions, the dependent must meet specific requirements. A dependent must be a qualifying child or qualifying relative
Error Message Support
Why am I getting an error message to include Schedule C
The IRS payee instructions for the Form 1099-NEC say to report income from a Form 1099-NEC on Schedule C or F (Form 1040) if a sole proprietor.
Why am I getting a - "I have no taxable income?" error message "total income of zero"
Based on the information you've submitted, your forms of income are considered "exempt from tax." Due to this, the IRS will not be able to process your return electronically because all the fields will contain '0' values.
Why am I getting an error message that my “SSN is already in use”
If you are seeing the SSN already in use message this is likely because you have started two returns for 2025, you need to press Work With Filing on the Tax Center page. This is a blue button in the grey square. Select Work With Filing on the return that displays the last 4 of your SSN.
E-file
What is a tax return signature PIN
A Tax Return Signature PIN (Personal Identification Number) is a Self-Selected PIN made up of any 5 numbers (except all zeros) to enter as your electronic signature. If you file a joint return, both taxpayer and spouse are required to select their own PIN.
How to find prior year AGI (Adjusted Gross Income)
Depending on how you filed in the previous year, the Prior Year AGI is found on the first page of form 1040 line 11. If you did not file with MyFreeTaxReturn.com in the prior year, you can refer to the IRS to help assist you in finding your prior year AGI.
What is electronic filing
Electronic filing (efile) is the most popular method of filing taxes, developed by the IRS nearly four decades ago in 1986. Over one hundred million personal income taxes are filed each year.
What are the advantages to e-filing
E-filing and choosing direct deposit is the safest and fastest way to receive your refund. The IRS requires security measures for e-filed returns. This helps protect your sensitive personal information and decreases fraud and identity theft risk.
What is electronic postmark (ePostmark)
MyFreeTaxReturn.com provides an electronic postmark (ePostmark) to each completed and constructed return filed by our system. The ePostmark is based on our system clock, located in the United States Pacific Time Zone.
Schedules/Forms
What state returns does MyFreeTaxReturn.com support
MyFreeTaxReturn.com supports state returns in 42 jurisdictions, and the detailed forms and schedules for every supported state are published on the Supported Forms page. Nine states are federal-only.
Forms/schedule quick reference
Forms and schedules in MyFreeTaxReturn.com are organized under federal and state categories: Income, Adjustments, Deductions, Taxes, Credits, and Payments. Use the Search for a Form tool to find and add any form you need.
What federal forms & schedules does MyFreeTaxReturn.com support
MyFreeTaxReturn.com currently supports 107 federal forms, schedules, and information returns for tax year 2025, plus 30 supporting worksheets and attachments used in the filing workflow.
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