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Top 10 Tax Time Tips
Help your tax filing process run smoother
Here are the Internal Revenue Service's top 10 tips that will help your tax filing process run smoother:
1. Start gathering your records. Collect all documents and forms you'll need (receipts, canceled checks and any other supporting documents regarding income or deductions).
2. Be on the lookout for your W-2s and 1099s.
3. Use Free file. If you've made $58,000 or less, you qualify for free tax software that is offered through a private-public partnership. Free File Fillable Forms, the electronic versions of IRS paper forms are also available if you are comfortable preparing your own tax return no matter your income level. Visit www.irs.gov/freefile to review your options.
4. Try IRS e-file. This is the safe, easy and most common way to file a tax return. If you owe taxes, there are payment options to file immediately and pay by the deadline. Or combine e-file with direct deposit to get your refund in as little as 10 days.
5. Consider other filing options. Weigh all the different options and find the one that best suits your needs. You may even be eligible for free face-to-face help at an IRS office or volunteer site.
6. Consider direct deposit. You'll receive your refund faster than waiting for a paper check.
7. Visit the IRS website again and again. Here you'll find forms, publications, tips, answers to frequently asked questions and updates on tax law changes.
8. Remember this number: 17. IRS Publication 17 is a comprehensive collection of information for taxpayers.
9. Review! Review! Review! Don't rush...mistakes will slow the processing of your return. Double check all Social Security numbers and math calculations on your return.
10. Don't panic. If you run into a problem go to http://www.irs.gov or call toll-free 800-829-1040.
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Tax Time Again!
The Internal Revenue Service has many tax breaks for families, college students, homeowners, and other groups. In this economy citizens need all the help they can get. The United Way of Pasco can help individuals and families file their income tax returns for free. It is as easy as dialing 211. Pasco United Way partnered with the IRS and has trained volunteers working at various locations in Pasco County to prepare taxes for citizens. Call 211 and the information referral specialist will arrange an appointment for you to have your taxes prepared at a location closest to your home.
If you really want to do those taxes yourself remember you can file your return electronically (e-file). To e-file you log on to the IRS website, click on e-file and you will be directed to various websites which you can use to file your taxes. Read through the descriptions and pick the best agency that fits your circumstances. If you do not have a computer with access to the Internet, the Pasco County Public Library has computers available for you to use. The Library also has e-government laptops with extended time limits, so you do not have to feel rushed. If you have your own laptop, the libraries provide free wireless service.
The IRS has a series of videos describing the tax breaks available. You can view these on YouTube or on Pasco County's e-government tools page. Click on "E-Government Videos." Check these and other e-government videos brought to you by Pasco County Libraries. more -
Don't Forget to File Your Taxes!
The deadline to file your 2008 income tax return is midnight on April 15th.
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If you haven't file yet, there is still time to file for an extension.
You may be able to file your taxes electronically using Free File.
You can file electronically until midnight on April 15th with no penalty.
If you can't pay, don't panic! The IRS Offers Tax Payment Options
You already filed and now want to know "Where is my refund?
Remember the Pasco County Library System has laptop computers at every branch dedicated for online government forms including filing income tax returns. Click here to view the hours at Pasco County library branches. -
Tax Season
You can get free help preparing your tax return!
Call 211 to schedule an appointment.
There are 9 locations throughout Pasco County including Hudson, Port Richey, New Port Richey, Holiday, Land O Lakes, Zephryhills, and Dade City
This free service is brought to you by UnitedWay of Pasco County, AARP and the Internal Revenue Service
The IRS is helping financially stressed taxpayers, click here to learn more.
You can also file your tax return online for free if you meet certain qualifications.
To see if you qualify, click here .
Once you file your return you can check on the status of your refund by clicking on
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