TaxAct Online Tax Preparation Software

It’s the beginning of Spring and you know what that means – Tax Season! Oh joy.

Yeah, tax season sucks, and whether you do them yourself or use a professional, preparing your taxes is stressful. But it is possible to file your taxes without all that stress.

The best way? File your taxes online!

And there’s a way you can do it for free! There’s nothing worse then paying to have your taxes done, only to learn that you’ll have to pay the government too.

I prepared and filed my taxes online this year and I’m so happy I did. And even happier I didn’t have to pay anyone by the hour. It was so easy; filing taxes online is really the way to go.

Frequently asked questions about filing your taxes online (e-filing):

How does E-filing work?

E-file works in conjunction with the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) Electronic Filing System. Taxpayers can e-file from a computer, or by using a tax preparer who is an approved Electronic Return Originator (ERO). The state return is transmitted to the IRS along with the federal return. When the federal return is accepted, an acknowledgment (electronic confirmation) is sent from the IRS. The IRS then transmits the state return information to the California Department of Revenue. When the state return is accepted, an acknowledgment is sent from the department.

What are some of the benefits of E-filing?

Convenience. You can electronically file 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Security. Your tax return information is encrypted and transmitted over secure lines to ensure confidentiality.
Accuracy. Electronic filed returns have 13 percent fewer errors than paper returns.
Direct Deposit. You can have your refund direct deposited into your bank account.
Proof of Filing. An acknowledgment is issued when your return is received and accepted.

Be kind to yourself this tax season, and file your taxes online!