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Free TurboTax is Back! (But There's a Catch)
Published on January 16, 2026, 9:08 PM
Hey awardtrail readers, listen up! If you're like me, you dread tax season. But here's a little glimmer of hope: you can snag free TurboTax (both federal and state!) if you didn't use them last year to file. This offer isn't through Credit Karma this time around; there's a direct link to the deal now. Getting your taxes done without shelling out cash is always a win. Here's the deal: To qualify, you need to start and file your taxes using either the TurboTax or Credit Karma *mobile app*. Also, this only covers the "Do It Yourself" version, so you're on your own if you were planning on having a TurboTax expert do it for you. Most importantly, you have to file by February 28, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET, so hop to it! Why should you care? Well, free is free! Every dollar saved on taxes is a dollar you can put towards your next amazing adventure. While we kinda wish free tax filing was a standard thing, we'll take this deal any day. Get those taxes done early, and start dreaming about your next trip!