Free Tax Filing Options + Tip & Tricks To Make Them Easier

Posted by My Dallas Mommy on Tuesday, February 7th, 2017 at 7:00 PM
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Ugh.  Taxes.  Unless you can count on getting money back, this is not a fun activity. Even when you know you’re entitled to money, the process can be frustrating, confusing and aggravating! Here are some quick and easy solutions for you.  It sure feels good to know you got them completed!

FREE Tax Filing Options

  • Turbo Tax

TurboTax lets you file Federal (1040A or 1040 EZ) AND State tax returns for FREE with the TurboTax Federal Free Edition. Prepare, print and electronically file your Federal and State tax returns for free. You’ll also get a free credit score.

  • H&R Block

* File your Federal AND State tax returns for FREE with H&R Block. Other tax preparation packages are 40% off on the site. With H&R Block, you get FREE preparation, printing, e-filing, live tax advice, in-person audit support and more. You also get a 100% Accuracy Guarantee & Maximum Refund Guarantee.

  • FreeTaxUSA

* FreeTaxUSA.com lets you to e-file directly to the IRS for FREE. You can choose to do a FREE Federal e-file OR score the Deluxe Edition for $6.99.

  • E-File

E-file.com is offering FREE Federal Tax Returns for taxpayers who qualify for a 1040ez. You can also save $6 off your State Taxes with the code 6OFFSTATE OR 30% Off E-Filing with the code SAVE30 OR  40% off E-Filing for Facebook Users with the code COUPON40 at checkout.

  • TaxACT

TaxACT lets you to sign up for a FREE Federal + FREE State edition where you can prepare, print and e-file your federal return for free.

Tax Filing Tips & Tricks

* We always like to check out Groupon, because they will generally always have nice deals for your specific area on tax preparation!  Head over HERE and keep checking back if you prefer to go local!

* Sometimes, your local colleges, universities, libraries and even book stores will offer free services for filing taxes!  Check around, and if you spot a sweet deal, please do let us know!

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is a great way to help senior tax payers and lower income residents finish their taxes.  Go HERE to find one in your area!

* Military members can get free tax advice and filing, or you can also go to Military One Source to see what great offers they have available!

* The ever dreaded IRS.gov is still an option, as well!  File your federal taxes for FREE here.

** Don’t stress out!!  There are so many wonderful resources to help you out now, it’s much easier than doing your taxes like it was in the 1990s!

** Keep a box with your passed year’s tax information.  Most of the basic info can be used on taxes every year.  You’ll also know what options you chose the year previous, so if nothing has changed in your income, you’ll have an easier time figuring out what to pick this year!

** Take a break! If you get confused or stressed while filing your taxes, take a break, go for a walk, vent to a friend, or just walk away from them for a bit.  Coming back with a fresh mind and clear head will do a world of wonders for you!

** Start early in the year (like now!) and get them done early, so that you don’t feel the stress of completing them by the April 15th deadline in a panic.

GOOD LUCK!

 

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