Tax filing
Handle your taxes from your Empower Personal Dashboard™
Handle your taxes from your Empower Personal Dashboard™
Connect with a tax filing provider1 who can help you prep and file your tax return, including filing an extension.
Set up your free Empower Personal Dashboard today and explore ways to simplify tax filing, all in one place.
Get the most out of your refund
Become a client and invest your refund, or put it toward your next goal, all from your Empower dashboard.
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Taxes done right
With a selection of tax experts, from Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) to Enrolled Agents (EAs), TaxFyle’s Tax Pros are on hand to maximize your tax return.
Personalized
Get matched with a Tax Pro whose expertise and specialties fit your unique situation.
Streamlined
Upfront, transparent pricing from $175 with a average filing time of 7 days.
Connected
Securely upload your documents directly to your dashboard and your Tax Pro will take it from there.
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Tax news you can use
Tax news you can use
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Tax credits: Everything you need to know
A tax credit is a dollar-for-dollar amount taxpayers claim on their tax return to reduce the income tax they owe.
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2025 and 2026 tax brackets: New thresholds, same rates, paycheck impact
The IRS has released the new tax brackets for the 2026 tax year. Find out your federal income tax rate for 2025 and 2026.
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How long does it take to get a tax refund?
Get a breakdown of how much time it generally takes to receive a tax refund depending on how the return is filed and which method…
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FAQ
FAQ
You can start filing right from your Empower Dashboard. Empower works with Taxfyle to match you with a licensed tax professional to help you prepare and file your return. Securely upload your documents and answer a few questions to get started. Empower keeps you updated at every step, from submission through to refund, all within one secure platform.
Yes! Anyone can file taxes through Empower — you simply create a free Empower Dashboard to get started. Existing clients can log in directly and enjoy a fully integrated experience alongside their planning and investment tools.
Unlike standalone software, Empower lets you file taxes within the same platform where you manage your finances, investments, and goals.
On average, the process takes about seven business days from when the Tax Pro receives your documents to when your taxes are filed, depending on complexity.
Taxfyle provides a maximum refund and satisfaction guarantees, subject to Taxfyle's terms and conditions.
Yes. You can track your return status and see when refunds are issued — all from your Empower Dashboard. We’ll notify you when your return has been accepted and when you have a refund available.
Refunds deposit electronically. You choose where to have your refund paid into, and you can even deposit it directly into an Empower Personal Cash™ account and put your money straight to work.
You can begin the process for your 2026 taxes from your Empower Dashboard with Taxfyle when they open for filing in January 2027.
Yes. Taxfyle provides tax filing services for most scenarios, simple or complex.
Yes, you can request an extension via Taxfyle for no additional cost when you file your taxes with them.
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