94487 78 Business & Finance Taxes Tax Returns true Mon, 08 Dec 2008 10:33:11 -0800 /system/videos/1/87/44/09/94487.flv DIY, Instructional, tutorial, Do It Yourself, Tips, Essential Skills, Learn to, business, finance, taxes How To File Your Taxes Online http://www.howcast.com/videos/94487-How-To-File-Your-Taxes-Online http://www.howcast.com/videos/94487-How-To-File-Your-Taxes-Online/edit approved 130 1280 720 <object width="425" height="273" classid="clsid:D27CDB6E-AE6D-11cf-96B8-444553540000" id="howcastplayer"><param name="movie" value="http://www.howcast.com/flash/howcast_player.swf?file=94487"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.howcast.com/flash/howcast_player.swf?file=94487" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="425" height="273" allowFullScreen="true" allowScriptAccess="always" ></embed></object> 6 BatSquid_Studios http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/94487/Picture_5_xxlarge_maintained_aspect.png 484 false false false 51098 1 19 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/94487/19.jpg Gather your papers Locate any forms, statements, and receipts you think may be even remotely relevant to your income, expenses, and deductions. When in doubt, remember that it’s better to have them and not need them, than need them and not have them.

]]> 51099 2 32 Tip You can find a complete list of required documentation and other helpful tips at www.irs.gov.

]]> 51100 3 40 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/94487/40.jpg Pick your program Start by going to www.irs.gov and selecting one of their authorized e-file providers, or purchase an authorized e-file program at a computer store. Many of the top software applications are quite similar, but you should compare prices and features. Many can also file your state taxes, too.

]]> 51101 4 62 Tip If you earn under $54,000 a year, you’re eligible for the government’s Free File program, which lets you e-file for free. Learn more at www.irs.gov.

]]> 51102 5 73 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/94487/73.jpg Follow the steps Once you have your documentation handy, load your software and follow the instructions. Don’t worry, they think of everything.

]]> 51103 6 84 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/94487/84.jpg Save documents Organize and save all documents as you go so you can hit the ground running next year.

]]> 51104 7 92 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/94487/92.jpg Don’t take shortcuts If you encounter errors or red flags when entering your information, do not ignore them. If you can’t fix them on your own, you may have to pony up for some professional advice.

]]> 51105 8 104 Tip Many of the online programs offer live advice from tax professionals through their help menus.

]]> 51106 9 109 Step http://img.howcast.com/system/thumbnails/94487/109.jpg File away When you have the green light from the online tax program, let ‘er rip—file away! And, by the way, welcome to the 21st century.

]]> 51107 10 119 Fact In 2007, 22.5 million Americans filed their taxes from their home computers.

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