Tax Forms and Useful Links: Federal Taxes

Need a federal form? You should be able to find a downloadable copy here. There are links to the most frequently needed forms in the lower area of this landing page.

Quick access to exploring Federal tax deductions and credits for individuals or businesses.

This tool takes the user through a question and answer process to establish basic filing information such as filing status and eligibility for certain tax credits and deductions.

A simple list of services provided at the Boston IRS Office. For the address and phone of that Boston Office and other IRS offices in Massachusetts, see this page.

The Spanish language portal to IRS tax information.

You can prepare and e-file your federal return for free. Participating software companies make their products available through the IRS. Some also support state tax returns. Free File companies all have their own eligibility criteria, but none offer Free File to taxpayers with an Adjusted Gross Income of more than $57,000. Other eligibility criteria may include your: age, state, eligibility for the Earned Income Tax Credit, and military status. Companies' Free File offers may differ. For example, some companies charge a fee for state tax returns or may not support a particular form you need to file. Remember to begin your Free File return at IRS.gov or you may be charged a fee or asked to buy additional products and services.

Want to find a local tax preparer who can file your taxes online? Check the zip code locator here. Tax professionals who are accepted into the electronic filing program are called "Authorized IRS e-file Providers." They are the Electronic Return Originator (ERO) who transmits tax return information to the IRS.