New IRS tax filing program available to Rhea County

RHEA COUNTY — As the deadline for filing taxes approaches, United Way of Rhea County is reminding local residents of a new service provided by the IRS that allows taxpayers to file their taxes for free directly with the IRS.

“We just want to help spread the word about this new program,” Rhea County United Way Executive Director Amy McRorie said.

She said that Direct File is a new IRS service that can help people save time and money by filing their taxes online, for free, directly with the IRS. Direct File is safe and easy to use, with no fees. Direct File can be used on a smartphone, laptop, tablet or desktop computer to file taxes in English or Spanish in as little as 30 minutes.

Direct File users can also receive support via live chat from IRS Direct File customer support specialists.

The new program is only available in 12 states: Tennessee, Arizona, California, Florida, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Hampshire, New York South Dakota, Texas, Washington and Wyoming.

For more information, and to see if you are eligible, visit directfile.irs.gov.