Tax time is here and there are certain things that you can do to make sure that everything goes smoothly between you and the IRS. By using a tax software program or a trustworthy agent to file your taxes for you can reduce the possibility of errors but there are still other ways to ensure that your taxes are filed properly and quickly.
Having your Social Security number as it is shown on your Social Security Card is very important. Any missing numbers or inaccurate numbers will make it impossible for the government to accurately file your taxes. Along with your Social Security number your name is imperative to be accurate for quick filing. Making sure that the spelling is correct and that it matches your card will need to be correct as well.
Some taxpayers may choose the wrong filing status. In order to correctly file your taxes your status needs to be correct. If you are unsure on what status you need to be filing under then you can go to IRS.gov and use their Interactive Tax Assistant tool to help you. Tax software can also help you choose the correct status as well. The software can also help with making sure that you don’t make any mathematical errors which is an issue that comes up when dealing with everything that may be asked of you when filing your taxes. If you choose to not use the tax prep software then make sure that you are double checking your math.
Following directions as carefully and as best you can. Making sure that you are taking the correct deductions and choosing the certain tax credits that you are eligible for. Again if you have any question concerning what you may be entitled to deduct, using the on-line Interactive Tax Assistant can help you make the right choice.
A signed tax form is the only way that the government will accept it. No signature is an invalid form. The tax software requires an electronic signature so it is virtually impossible to forget to sign it. Making sure that all the steps are completed and receiving a confirmation that your information has been transmitted to the IRS will be important to record and note.
Your refund, if receiving one, will be received the quickest if you choose direct deposit. If you enter in your bank information electronically then make sure that you do not mix up your routing and account numbers. Double check your numbers always and you should not have to worry about waiting too terribly long.
All in all if you make sure that everything is in check you should be all right. Using the tools that are available to you will help you make the best decisions you can to file your taxes correctly. Happy filing!
