The average tax return in 2022 was over $3,000 — but are you getting as much money back as possible?

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Diana Bird

Updated Feb 8, 2023

Diana Bird

Updated Feb 8, 2023

This year’s tax season runs until April 18, but you don’t want to wait until the deadline to file your return — you’d just be delaying that sweet deposit into your account.

For quick submissions and ease of use, online submissions are all the rage. Last year, 90% of individual tax returns were filed electronically, according to the IRS.

But there are so many tax software options, with a range of paid and unpaid options, that it’s hard to know which one is actually right for you.

This year, finances are especially tight for most Americans, and you want to save every dollar you can. Instead of shelling out for an overwhelmed accountant or expensive online programs, why not use a platform you’ve already got installed on your phone?

Cash App offers fast and easy tax filing, and unlike other software that boasts higher returns than filing solo, their max return guarantee doesn’t come with a price tag — it’s totally free.

File your federal and state taxes for free

Cash App Taxes promises speed, accuracy and a maximum refund guarantee. There are no paid add-ons or premium levels you need to upgrade to if you’ve sold stocks or bitcoin. It truly is fast, easy and free.

You can file in minutes on your computer or through the app. It’ll even autofill your information from a photo of your W-2 for maximum convenience.

There’s no need to worry about security either: Cash App meets or exceeds all IRS standards and is an authorized IRS e-file provider.

With 9 million returns filed so far and a 5-star rating from Forbes Advisor, there’s no reason to shell out cash for another tax product.

Try it today

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Diana Bird Associate Editor

Diana Bird is an Associate Editor for Moneywise. She has a bachelor’s degree from the University of Toronto in English Literature and Classical Civilizations as well as a Certification in Publishing from Toronto Metropolitan University. Prior to joining Moneywise, Diana worked for a non-profit organization that delivered training to financial supervisors in emerging and developing economies.

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