How to Start Preparing a Return

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How do I start a tax return? How to file taxes online?

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Filing your taxes online is simple with eFile.com. The eFile Tax App will fill in the required IRS and state tax forms based on your answers to simple questions.

Here are steps to take to start a tax return. The motto on eFile.com is "PrepareIT Yourself, but Not Alone."

• Get on this Tax Return Timeline path.
• Tax return guide: Step by Step to Prep to Prep.
• Keep, store, or scan records throughout the year (medical, dental expenses) that could result in a tax deduction for you.
• Gather the many other income or deduction forms you will receive in January for the prior tax year.
• Before you even prepare and eFile your taxes, estimate your tax return.
• If your estimate shows that you might get a tax refund, estimate your refund anticipation date.
• Find out if you have to prepare and file a state tax return - some states don't have income taxes, such as Florida and Texas.
• Not sure about your filing status or who qualifies as a dependent maybe? Use these free tax tools.

See where to enter forms in your eFile account.

Create a free account on eFile.com and follow the screen instructions. You don't pay to get started; start free with no commitment.

As you go through the steps on eFile.com and you have questions simply click the Help feature or contact a Taxpert directly for free premium tax support assistance.

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