Banking & Direct Deposit
Bank account setup, direct deposit, and payment options
Payment Options
How do I pay tax liability/taxes owed
The IRS offers taxpayers several different options to pay any taxes owed. If wanting to set up a Payment Plan, first indicate that you want to pay by paper check at the time of filing. Then you will need to set up an installment plan directly on the IRS.gov website.
How to make a payment to IRS with paper check
If you are looking to pay tax owed to the IRS with a paper check, there is an option to select paper check at the time of filing your return. If you will also be paper filing your return, print a copy of your federal tax return to be included in the mailing
How to make a payment to the IRS with credit card
Unfortunately, MyFreeTaxReturn.com cannot accept credit card payments for your balance due to the IRS. However, there are alternative options you can do instead: If you would like to pay at the time of filing with our software, you can select to do so by entering your personal...
What installment agreements or payment plans are offered
MyFreeTaxReturn.com does not support a payment plan option on a balance due. If you wish to set up a payment plan for any amount due, you must register or login to your IRS.gov account and set up a payment plan directly with the IRS. MyFreeTaxReturn.com offers a one time...
How to pay directly on the IRS website
If you owe a balance due to the IRS for a federal return you can go directly to the IRS website to set up a payment plan or make a debit or credit card payment. For a balance due to your state, you will need to visits your States Government website.
How to make a payment to IRS with my debit card
If you are looking to pay from your bank account/debit card at the time of filing your tax return, this article will give detailed instructions on how to proceed. If you are filing before the tax deadline, you will have the option to select a date you would like your payment to be withdrawn.
Does MyFreeTaxReturn.com offer installment agreements or payment plans
MyFreeTaxReturn.com does not support a payment plan option on a balance due. If you wish to set up a payment plan for any amount due, you must register or login to your IRS.gov account and set up a payment plan directly with the IRS. MyFreeTaxReturn.com offers a one time full payment of your...
How to pay MyFreeTaxReturn.com fees
You can pay the MyFreeTaxReturn.com service fees either with a Credit/Debit card. We also offer an alternative option to pay the fee directly from your federal refund by choosing the Refund Transfer service - if you choose this option, a Refund Processing Service fee of $29.95 will be added onto...
Refund & Direct Deposit
How to update my direct deposit information
If you are looking to update your Direct Deposit information, you can do so from the Return Summary page. To update your direct deposit information: You must save the Federal Settlement Page or State Debit Selection Page in order to reach the Direct Deposit Information Page.
How to get my refund by mail/check
If you are looking to get your refund by paper check follow the steps below.
How to set up direct deposit for my refund
If you are due a refund, you can choose to receive your refund via Direct Deposit on the Federal Tax Balance Settlement Page page for your federal return. For the state specific you can choose to receive your refund via Direct Deposit / ACH Debit on the Selection Page.
How to get my refund
MyFreeTaxReturn.com allows you to choose between receiving your refund via Paper Check or Direct Deposit.
What is a Refund Transfer
A Refund Transfer is a financial service provided by banks that lets taxpayers cover their filing fees using their federal and/or state tax refund, rather than paying upfront. This option is available only if you choose to e-file your return and are expecting a refund.
Can my refund be directly deposited to my bank account
Yes, MyFreeTaxReturn.com supports direct deposit of your tax refund to your bank account at no extra charge. You will need your routing number, bank account number, and account type (checking or savings) to set it up. Direct deposit is the fastest way to receive your IRS refund.
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