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What's New in 2025?

Stay updated with the latest tax changes and updates for the 2025 tax year.

Everything you need to file with confidence

Whether your taxes are simple or complex, OLT has you covered with comprehensive features at no extra cost.

Home Owner

Home Owners

Claim mortgage interest, property taxes, and all homeowner deductions to maximize your refund.

Investment

Investments & Crypto

Report stock sales, cryptocurrency transactions, dividends, and capital gains with ease.

Self Employed

Self-Employed

Perfect for freelancers, gig workers, and small business owners. Schedule C and all business forms included.

Complex Return

Rental Property

Report rental income, claim depreciation, and track all property-related expenses.

Expenses

Retirement Income

Handle Social Security, pensions, 401(k) distributions, and IRA withdrawals correctly.

Ded Credits

Deductions & Credits

We find every deduction and credit you qualify for to get you the maximum refund possible.

Simple, transparent pricing

No hidden fees, no surprises. Choose the plan that's right for you.

Federal Free Edition

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PREMIUM EDITION

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Why millions trust OLT

We've been helping taxpayers file accurately and affordably for over 20 years.

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    Millions of Returns Are Filed Through OLT In a Trusted Manner each year
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    Get Your Maximum Refunds

    Online Taxes finds all the tax deductions and credits that qualify for you to get the maximun tax refund
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    Import Prior Year Data

    We import previously filed returns with OLT to make it easy for year over year comparison
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    Audit Support

    We provide the Audit Support needed to back up all your Tax Returns
File Faster with Smart Import

Upload your forms, import last year's return, and let OLT handle the rest.

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Grab Your W-2s & 1099s

Upload or take a photo of your tax forms and our easy import fills in the information for you. Go from paperwork to progress in under a minute.

W-2 · 1099-NEC · 1099-INT · 1099-DIV
Prior Return

Bring Your Prior Return

Filed somewhere else last year? No problem. Upload your previous return from any provider and OLT picks up right where you left off.

Works with TurboTax® · H&R Block® · TaxAct® & more
Returning Users

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Come back to OLT and your info is already waiting. No re-entering data, no extra charge — just a faster return every year.

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See how OLT stacks up against the competition. More features, less cost.

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What our customers say

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"Just wanted to let you know, I used OLT for the first time this tax season and I couldn't be happier with the results. It's very thorough but yet easy to use.. Needless to say, I will be using OLT next year. Thanks!"

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"I got my state refund back in 6 days, and federal back in 11 days. Easy, honest and FREE! Thanks OLT, you are by far the best! I will be back next year and will recommend to my friends and family."

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"Just a short note of thanks for your excellent tax service! In the past I had always prepared my own tax reports, but decided to try your electronic route, which was very efficient & understandable. Very much appreciated."

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Frequently Asked Questions

We have answers to the most commonly asked questions.

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Yes. OLT.com allows all U.S. taxpayers to file their federal income tax return for free — regardless of income level, filing status, or tax situation. There are no hidden fees and no income caps on the free federal filing option.

State returns are available for $9.95 per state. For taxpayers who want additional support, the Premium Edition is available for $7.95 per return and includes phone support, live chat, audit assistance, and priority processing. OLT.com is an IRS-authorized e-file provider with a 100% accuracy guarantee.

OLT supports all major IRS forms and schedules needed to file a complete federal tax return for tax year 2025. This includes Form 1040, Form 1040-SR for seniors, and Form 1040-NR for nonresident aliens.

OLT also supports Schedule A (itemized deductions), Schedule B (interest and dividends), Schedule C (business income), Schedule D (capital gains), Schedule E (rental and royalty income), Schedule SE (self-employment tax), and the new Schedule 1-A for 2025 deductions on qualified tips, overtime pay, car loan interest, and the enhanced senior deduction.

Additional forms include Schedule 8812 for the Child Tax Credit, Form 8962 for the Premium Tax Credit, Form 8863 for education credits, and Form 1099-series reporting for interest, dividends, and contractor income.

Tax year 2025 introduces several important changes that OLT automatically applies when you file. The new Schedule 1-A allows taxpayers to claim deductions for qualified tips (up to $25,000), qualified overtime compensation, car loan interest on passenger vehicles, and an enhanced deduction for seniors born before January 2, 1961 (up to $6,000 per person or $12,000 for married filing jointly).

The Child Tax Credit has increased to $2,200 per qualifying child, with the Additional Child Tax Credit maximum set at $1,700. The SALT deduction cap has risen to $40,000. Digital asset sales are now reported by brokers using the new Form 1099-DA. The maximum income subject to Social Security tax is $176,100 for 2025. The filing deadline for most taxpayers is April 15, 2026.

OLT.com supports a wide range of tax situations for U.S. taxpayers, including:

W-2 Employees — File your taxes easily and securely with OLT and get the maximum refund you deserve.

Self-Employed & Freelancers — OLT handles Schedule C, self-employment tax (Schedule SE), and all 1099-NEC and 1099-K reporting with ease.

Retirees — Report Social Security benefits, pensions, and IRA withdrawals. OLT calculates taxable portions automatically.

Families — Claim the Child Tax Credit (up to $2,200 per child for 2025), Earned Income Credit, and dependent care credits.

Investors — Report stock sales, cryptocurrency transactions, dividends, and capital gains on Schedule D.

Rental Property Owners — Report rental income, claim depreciation, and track property expenses on Schedule E.

Students — Claim education credits like the American Opportunity Credit and Lifetime Learning Credit.

Small Business Owners — OLT includes Schedule C and all business forms to cover your self-employment income.

Filing with OLT.com is a straightforward online process. First, create a free account at OLT.com. Then enter your personal information, import or manually enter your W-2s and 1099 forms, and follow the guided step-by-step interview that walks you through income, deductions, and credits.

OLT calculates your estimated refund or amount owed in real time — before you submit. When you are ready, OLT e-files your return directly with the IRS as an authorized e-file provider. Refunds are typically deposited into your bank account within 21 days of IRS acceptance.

The Premium Edition adds phone and live chat support, audit assistance, year-over-year return comparison, and priority processing for $7.95 per return.

OLT provides a comprehensive Tax Knowledge Base at kb.olt.com with detailed articles, form-by-form guides, and educational content covering every aspect of federal and state tax filing.

Topics include a complete Form 1040 filing guide, the new Schedule 1-A deductions for 2025, guides to the Child Tax Credit (Schedule 8812), reporting interest income (Form 1099-INT), understanding additional taxes (Schedule 2), and state-specific tax resources for all 50 states. You can also visit the OLT Tax Corner for seasonal tips, tax news, and deadline reminders. For personalized tax advice, consult a licensed tax professional.

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