Are you ready to jump on your 2022 taxes?? Check out some of the FREE tax filing programs that are available. Doing your own taxes requires a little time and effort, but it’s a great way to save over paying a professional.
If this seems like a daunting task, you can always try to do them yourself and enlist the help of someone else if needed. It’s really a lot easier than it seems. These programs will walk you through step by step.
Keep in mind, it usually costs extra to e-file for your state taxes, but many programs give you the option to print out your return and mail it in for FREE.
For simple taxes, the free software should be enough. Each program will list what is included, but most exclude these items:
- Itemized deductions (Schedule A)
- Business or 1099-MISC income (Schedule C)
- Stock sales (Schedule D)
- Rental property income (Schedule E)
- Credits, deductions and income reported on schedules 1-6, such as the Student Loan Interest Deduction
If you have business expenses and other special forms, it will be necessary to use a more advanced program. Check out your options below.
Quick Comparison Guide
| Turbo Tax | H&R Block | Tax Act | Cash App | FreeTax USA | |
| 1040 EZ | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| Student Loans | Y | Y | N | Y | Y |
| Unemployment | N | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| Retirement Income | N | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| State File | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| HSA Deposit | N | N | N | Y | Y |
| Filing Costs | $0 for Fed & State | $0 for Fed & State | $0 for Fed + $39.95 for state | $0 for Fed & state | $14.99 for state |
| Deluxe Level Cost | $39 + $39 state | $30 + $37 state | $25 + $45 state | $0 for all levels | $0 for all levels + $14.99 state file |
Free Tax Filing Programs
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Head to Kroger and get stocked on cheese after stacking cash back offers! Use an Ibotta mobile app rebate with a Kroger eCoupon to get Cracker Barrel cheese for only $1.49.
This item is part of a mega event. The price listed is after a $1 instant savings when you purchase 5+ items. You can mix and match items and are welcome to buy more than 5.
Kroger Cracker Barrel Cheese Mega Deal (ends 2/8):
- Cracker Barrel Bar Cheese, 7-8 oz, $2.99
-.75/1 Cracker Barrel Cheese Blocks, any, Ibotta mobile app
-.75/1 Kraft Big Game bonus – redeem (3) unique marked offers for Kraft Shredded Cheese, Knudsen or Breakstone’s Sour Cream, or Cracker Barrel cheeses, Ibotta mobile app
-.75/1 Cracker Barrel Cheese Blocks, any, limit 5, Kroger Cashback (exp 2/9) eCoupon
(use both, makes it $1.49)
Check out more great Kroger deals.
Hop on over to Columbia where they are offering up to 50% off Footwear for Women, Men, and Kids during their Winter Sale!
There are new styles added regularly, so be sure to check back often for the latest shoes and boots.
Even better, through February 9th, you’ll receive a $20 promo card when you spend $100. Promo card can be used 2/17-3/20.
Deal Ideas:
Women’s Redmond V2 – $39.98 (reg. $80)
Kids’ Bugaboot Celsius Boot – $51.98 (reg. $70)
Men’s Big Ridge Boot – $54.99 (Reg. $110)
This offer is good for a limited time. Shipping is free for GREATER REWARDS Members (free to join).
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Here are the deals from the new CVS ad that starts on Sunday, 2/6. Get Gain Flings for $2.32, General Mills cereal for $1.49, and more.
Extra Care Deals – Beauty Care
- $5 ECB WYB $15 Maybelline Cosmetics, , limit 1
(excludes eyeshadow monos and Baby Lips)
Maybelline Color Sensational Lipstick, $8.59
Maybelline Great Lash Mascara, $6.79
Maybelline Concealer, $7.29
-$3 off Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Foundation or Concealer, limit 1, Save 02/06
-$2 off Maybelline lip product, excl Baby Lips, limit 1, Save 02/06
-$2 off Maybelline mascara, excl mini and trial, limit 1, Save 02/06
-$5 off Maybelline cosmetics purchase of $20, printing at CVS Coupon Center
(buy (2) Color Sensational Lipsticks, use $2 off and (2) $2 off Ibotta, makes it $3.09 ea. after ECB) -
$10 ECB WYB (3) CoverGirl Cosmetics, , limit 1
CoverGirl Brow Pencils, 2 ct., $6.29
CoverGirl Concealer, $7.79
CoverGirl Professional Mascara, $7.29
-$2 off CoverGirl face product, excl Cheekers, accessories, trial/travel size printable
-$2 off CoverGirl eye product, excl 1-kit shadows, accessories, Lash Blast Clean, trial/travel size printable
-$3 off CoverGirl Clean Beauty product, excl Clean Fresh lip balm, Skincare printable
-$1 off CoverGirl lip product, excl Clean Beauty, Continuous Color lipstick, accessories, trial/travel size printable
-$3 off Covergirl Clean Beauty + Skincare product, excl Clean Fresh Lip Balm, Hydrating Cream Cleanser, Dry Skin Corrector Cream, or Mattifying Oil Free Moisturizer, SS 02/06
-$2 off Covergirl Eye product, excl 1-kit shadows, accessories, Lash Blast Clean & trial, SS 02/06
-$2 off Covergirl Face product, excl Cheekers, accessories & trial, SS 02/06
(buy (3) Brow Pencils, use (3) $2 off, makes it 96¢ ea. after ECB) Read More→
It’s a good time to shop at the Crocs store. They’re having a great sale on Clogs, Jibbitz, Boots, and Sandals for the whole family.
Hurry over to get your favorites before they’re gone.
Deal Ideas:
Classic Crocs Slides – $16.49 (reg. $29.99)
Classic Crocs Fur Sure Sandal – $24.74 (reg. $44.99)
Includes 3 removable Jibbitz charms
Women’s LiteRide Mary Jane – $38.49 (reg. $54.99)
This sale is good for a limited time only. Shipping is free on orders over $44.99.
See more online shopping deals.
There is a great sale on rugs happening at Zulily right now. Brighten up any room in your house with these Budget-Friendly Rugs. Save up to 85%!
Use my link, and you’ll save an additional 10%! Be sure to look at the multiple sizes available.
Check out these deals:
Gray Modern Circles Toscana Rug – $25.99 – $98.98
-10% off with my link
makes it $23.39-$89.08
Multiple sizes available
Learning Numbers Washable Rug 3’3″x 4’7″ – $32.99
-10% off with my link
makes it $29.69
Jewel-Tone Modern Geometric Tatum Wool Rug 5’x8′ – $146.48
-10% off with my link
makes it $131.83
This deal ends 2/5/2022 at 9am ET. Pay shipping once, then get free shipping on all additional orders placed within 24 hours.
See more ONLINE SHOPPING DEALS!
Here are the Kroger unadvertised deals I found this week! Look at your store for FREE Silk oatmilk, SuperPretzel pretzels for 54¢, and more.
Closeout deals will vary by store. Look through the full Kroger weekly ad to see all the current deals.
Closeout Deals
- Nutiva Squeezable Organic Coconut Oil, 12 oz, $4.19
- Nutiva Red Palm Oil, 15 oz, $5.09
- Partake Carrot Cake Cookies, 5.5 oz, $2.49
-$1 off Partake Cookies, 5.5 oz box, at Harris Teeter, Kroger, Sprouts Target, Ibotta mobile app
(makes it $1.49) - Cybele’s Gluten Free to Eat Vegan Chocolate Chip Superb Cookies, 6 oz, $2
- Atar Gold Phyto-Lux Ultra Light Daily Conditioner, 8 oz, $10.79
- Atar Gold Phyto-Lux Nutrient Elixir Leave-In, 8 oz, $10.79
- Living Proof Restore Perfecting Spray, 8 oz, $16.19
- Living Proof Control Hairspray, 7.5 oz, $14.99
- Living Proof Instant De-Frizer, 6.2 oz, $16.19
- Living Proof Frizz Weightless Spray, 6.7 oz, $22.79
- Peter Coppola Color Control Shampoo or Conditioner, 12 oz, $8.99
- Paul Mitchell Curls Ultimate Wave Gel, 6.8 oz, $9.59
- Paul Mitchel Curl Twirl Around Definer, 5.1 oz, $14.39
- Hempz Shampoo or Conditioner, 9 oz, $11.99
- Schmidt’s Rose & Vanilla Natural Deodorant, 3.25 oz, $4.79
- Schmidt’s Lavender & Sage Natural Deodorant, 3.25 oz, $5.09
- Aveeno Baby Sun Screen, 3 oz, $6.59
-$2 off Aveeno baby product, excl gift set, 25 ct. or 64 ct. wipes, trial/travel size printable
-$2 off Aveeno Baby Product, excl trial size, gift sets, 25 or 64 ct. wipes, Kroger eCoupon
(use $2 off, makes it $4.59) Read More→
Check your Wendy’s app for a free 10-piece chicken nuggets with purchase.
This deal expires Sunday, 2/6/2022.
See more freebies.
The Dayspring Valentine’s Day Sale is still going on! They have extended it through February 7th, so there’s still time to grab cards and gifts for up to 40% off.
No code is necessary. Prices are as marked. Don’t miss out!
Deal Ideas:
Candace Cameron Bure Love Over All Gift Set – $29 (reg. $46)
Maghon Taylor – Happy Hand Lettering Guide and Journal Bundle – $22 (reg. $29.98)
You Are Loved 24-Count Valentine’s Day Boxed Cards – $9 (reg. $11.99)
This sale is good through 2/7/2022. Shipping is free on orders of $50+.
See more online shopping deals.
