Better Business Bureau: File your taxes for free, if you qualify

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) - Hiring a professional tax preparer can cost hundreds or thousands of dollars, and they may be necessary in some cases. 

If you're looking for a tax professional, check reviews and for trusted Better Business Bureau Accredited preparers at bbb.org, but if your tax picture is fairly simple, there are a number of ways to file your federal and state taxes for free, if you qualify!!

The IRS partners with various tax preparation services to offer free file: https://www.irs.gov/e-file-do-your-taxes-for-free

California residents may be able to file state taxes for free through the Franchise Tax Board: https://www.ftb.ca.gov/file/ways-to-file/online/calfile/index.asp

Arizona residents may qualify for free file through the state’s Department of Revenue: https://azdor.gov/file-and-pay/e-file-services/free-tax-return-preparation

TurboTax offers free federal and state tax filing for simpler returns if you meet certain requirements: https://turbotax.intuit.com/personal-taxes/online/free-edition.jsp

H&R Block offers free file for simpler returns if you qualify: https://www.hrblock.com/online-tax-filing/free-online-tax-filing/?srsltid=AfmBOoqjy4QV_v7QOlOZsquFf2wxJzBrGs0VpUwEPVzhwtEYhT-9aNWk