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Explore how the IRS is piloting an online tool to make tax season easier and free, challenging private tax-filing companies. Discuss the experiences of users, criticisms from politicians like Elizabeth Warren, and the skepticism surrounding the new tax filing pilot program.
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- IRS piloting an online tool for easier and free tax filing in a dozen states.
- Comparison of new government program with private tax-filing industry like TurboTax.
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IRS Pilot Program for Tax Filing Simplification
The podcast delves into the IRS pilot program aiming to streamline tax filing for thousands of taxpayers across a dozen states. This initiative, after long delays, offers an online tool to facilitate easier tax filing, particularly for individuals with straightforward tax situations. By comparing the new government program to private e-filing services like TurboTax, listeners understand the historical complexities and controversies surrounding tax preparation in the US. The program's success metrics focus on user satisfaction and efficacy, highlighting the government's efforts to provide a viable alternative to commercial tax preparation services.
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