LPT Most Americans can file their taxes free

Most of us work a simple job, we have no complicated investments. Download the fillable 1040 PDF from IRS.gov. Grab your W-2. Fill in the blanks.

Print, attach your W-2 and mail.

My (small) refunds are deposited within about 3 weeks of mailing.

If your income and life circumstances are simple, tax filing is, too, and free (well, you do need a postage stamp.)