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Keep your money safe. Here is a list of common tax scams to watch out for. 

Get your questions about Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (ITINs) answered.

Explore different options to set up a payment plan or potentially reduce your tax debt with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) or Franchise Tax Board (FTB).

Explore the thousands of dollars in state and federal tax credits you may be eligible for by filing your taxes.

Learn how to file your taxes on your own through MyFreeTaxes.org using free, safe, accurate tax-filing software.

Everything you need to know about tax extensions and how you can use our free tax filing software to request an extension online.

Learn when to report tax-exempt IHSS income to the Internal Revenue Service and how to do so. 

Learn how standard and itemized deductions work, what expenses qualify, and when itemizing might help you lower your tax bill.

Claiming a dependent can impact your taxes and make you eligible for valuable credits. Understand the rules and how they apply to your unique household situation.

Has the tax deadline passed? Here’s what you need to know next, whether you’ve filed or still need to.

Learn how to answer the digital asset (Crypto) question on your tax return.

Learn how to request, retrieve, and renew an Identity Protection Personal Identification Number (IP PIN) to help prevent tax-related identity theft and keep your tax return secure.

Filing taxes as Married Filing Separately? This guide breaks down your free filing options, helping you find the best way to file at no cost.

Equip yourself with the tools you need to file your taxes and claim tax credits.

An A-Z guide of commonly-used terms that may be helpful to reference when filing your taxes.

Learn how you can request copies of previously filed tax returns.

Protect yourself from fraud when applying for an Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN).

Learn about tax-advantaged CalABLE savings accounts that help individuals with disabilities save without impacting their public benefits.

Learn about common reasons for IRS letters, steps you can take if you need to respond, and what you can do if you’ve misplaced your notice.

Learn how to submit an application for an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

If you claimed the MCTR as taxable income on your return, you may have overpaid tax to the IRS.

Learn how to create an online account with the IRS.

Learn how you can maximize your tax refund by writing off child care expenses.

Learn how college students can maximize their tax refund by writing off education-related expenses.

Watch video tutorials to learn how to fix a mistake on your California or federal tax return.

Some tips for helping you achieve financial success.

These are the most commonly-used documents and information you’ll need to complete your taxes using any of our free filing methods.

The forms and documents you need to get ready to renew or apply for your ITIN (Individual Tax Identification Number).

Get your questions about Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (ITINs) answered.

The forms and documents you need to get ready to renew or apply for your ITIN (Individual Tax Identification Number).

Stay informed on IRS–DHS data sharing. What was confirmed in 2025, and considerations as filers prepare for the 2026 tax season.

Protect yourself from fraud when applying for an Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN).

Learn how to submit an application for an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

Starting September 30, 2025, IRS paper check refunds begun being phased out. Learn how to prepare now and avoid payment delays.

Stay informed on IRS–DHS data sharing. What was confirmed in 2025, and considerations as filers prepare for the 2026 tax season.

Form 13614-C. This form must be completed to get your taxes prepared at a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) site. Fill it out before your appointment to save time.

As part of tax relief for Californians impacted by winter storms, the IRS will waive the usual fees and requests for copies of previously filed tax returns.

This form is for those who visit a VITA site that is doing drop off or virtual tax services.

As part of wildfire relief, Los Angeles County filers now have up until October 15, 2025, to meet tax deadlines. Learn about your options and resources.

If you haven’t claimed the third economic impact payment yet, now is your time to do so. April 15, 2025, will be the last opportunity to claim the third payment.

Residents in San Diego County have until June 17, 2024, to file various federal and state individual returns and make tax payments.

Due to weather crises in California, taxpayers in most of California now have until November 16, 2023, to file various federal and state individual and business tax returns and make tax payments, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and Franchise Tax Board (FTB) announced.

If you claimed the MCTR as taxable income on your return, you may have overpaid tax to the IRS.

United Way Helping Communities Affected by Winter Flooding

United Ways of California knows that tax credits help communities by putting thousands of dollars back into the pockets of hard working families.

What you should know about California’s Middle Class Tax Refund (MCTR), which is eligible to Californians who filed their 2020 tax return.

How the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is helping community members across California file their taxes for free.

The federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is now temporarily available to filers who are ages 18-24 for the 2021 tax year.

California tax credits have been expanded to include households married but filing separately – what you need to know.

An update for those who filed their taxes by October 15, 2021 but were still waiting on their ITIN application.

There were some important changes to the Child Tax Credit last year that you should know when filing your taxes in 2022.

Explaining the New Child Tax Credit.

What you should know about this stimulus funding.

Read this how-to guide.

Read recent updates about tax filing deadlines.