Along with tax season comes tax preparation, which few people enjoy even if you’re owed a tax refund instead of a tax bill. Not only do you have to file a federal tax return, but in most states, you also have to file a state income tax return.
Most state tax returns are due the same day as your federal tax return: April 15, 2019, or April 17, 2019, for taxpayers who live in Maine and Massachusetts.
If you do need to file state taxes, you can save money in a few different ways. Depending on your income, you might qualify for free tax advice and services through the Internal Revenue Service. Here’s what you need to know about filing your state income taxes for free.
Many software programs offer free federal returns but charge you to file a state income return. Three federal-assisted programs provide free support and services for taxpayers who file state and federal income taxes:
How to File State Taxes With IRS Free File
To use IRS Free File to file state taxes at no cost, take the following steps:- Gather required documentation, including your prior year’s tax return, Social Security numbers for yourself and your spouse and any dependents, and documents relating to taxable income for the year, such as W-2s and 1099s, Social Security benefit statements and unemployment benefit statements.
- Go to the IRS Free File website and select the tax software you would like to use. The IRS offers a tool to help you find the right one for you based on your age, income and state of residency. Be sure to check the fees because offering the state tax returns for free is at the discretion of the providers, according to the IRS.
- The instructions will guide you through the process to securely and safely file taxes online. You can pay taxes you owe, if any, when you file.
You can e-file your Wisconsin income tax return for free by using Wisconsin e-file. Most Wisconsin full-year, part-year and nonresidents can use this free application.
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