How do You File Your Tax Return With an Online Tax Service?

Filing your tax return can be a long, drawn out process, particularly if you choose to use a paper form.  However, you can file your taxes online and save yourself a considerable amount of time and effort.  

The first thing you need to do is get your paperwork together.  You’ll need the same papers as if you were filing via paper forms.  This includes your W-2s, your W-9s, any information about your property taxes, information about deductions, and more.

Once you have all the paperwork together for your taxes, you have several options available.  For instance, you can choose to file online with the IRS through their website – it’s called E-File.  You can also use another online service for taxes, such as Turbo Tax or H&R Block.  However, filing your taxes electronically with the IRS is fast and free.

The IRS website will show you what information needs to be put in at which time.  Simply run down the form and put in the information as requested.  The information page in the IRS References section can help you out here.

Next, choose E-File to submit the information about your taxes to the IRS.  You will also need to choose how you would like to receive payment.  Direct deposit is the best option, and will result in the fastest return.