Tax Tips
While the tax filing deadline is more than three months away, it always seems to be here before you know it. Here are some tips that will help your tax filing process run smoother than ever this year.
- Start gathering your records Round up any documents or forms you’ll need when filing your taxes: receipts, canceled checks and other documents that support an item of income or a deduction you’re taking on your return.
- Be on the lookout W-2s and 1099s will be coming soon from your employer; you’ll need these to file your tax return.
- Try e-file If you use direct deposit, you will get your refund in about half the time it takes when you file a paper return. E-file is now the way the majority of returns are filed. In fact, last year, 2 out of 3 taxpayers used e-file
- Don’t panic! If you run into a problem, remember that I am here to help.