MILTAX: FREE SOFTWARE & SUPPORT
Account for the complexities of MilLife with free tax software and one-on-one help from military tax experts.
Free Tax Prep and Filing Software
Military life can make for tricky taxes. To help, the Defense Department offers MilTax software through Military OneSource. It’s built to account for deployments, combat and training pay, housing and rentals, multistate filings, living OCONUS and more.
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When you’re ready to tackle your taxes, you’ll need to log in to Military OneSource and then log in to MilTax.
Connect With Military Tax Consultants
If you have questions, enlist free one-on-one help from MilTax experts: tax pros with special training in military-specific tax situations. Call or chat anytime 24/7 to schedule a consultation, or get in person support at a Volunteer Income Tax Support Assistance office location.
VITA support may also be available elsewhere in your state but is not available in every state or location.
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Intel for Tax Season
Advance Child Tax Credit 2021
As part of the American Rescue Plan, eligible parents may receive monthly payments of a portion of their 2021 child tax credit throughout the year.
Accessing MilTax Preparation and Filing Software – A Three-Step Process
To ensure easy access to this free MilTax tax preparation and e-filing software, review the tips included in this three-step guide to accessing the software.
Accessing and Updating Your Military OneSource Account
With the breadth of information publicly available on Military OneSource, you may wonder why you need a Military OneSource account. Behind the Military OneSource login, you get access to many free tools and additional content. These include MilTax tax preparation and e-filing software, hourly childcare service options and more.
16 Tax Tips Made for Military Life
As a service member, the tax implications of combat pay, deployment or multiple moves can be daunting. However, these helpful hints can make tax time easier for you.
The Military Spouses Residency Relief Act
Moving from place to place requires a lot of effort and changes. Two laws make it easier for military spouses regarding their residency, voting and state taxes.
Tax Terms Defined for the Military
Whether you're doing taxes yourself or getting professional support from resources like Military OneSource MilTax or the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, the process can be a lot easier if you understand important tax terms.
Here's What You Need to Know About the New Tax Laws
The coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic led to some temporary changes in tax laws. These come on the heels of major tax reform – the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Learn how you can take steps now to maximize your benefits and protect against an unexpected tax bill or penalty next year.