4 Things to Do Before Tax Day

April 15th, also known as Tax Day here in the U.S., is the deadline for all individual tax return submissions and tax filing extension requests. If you’re looking to get ahead of the game this year, here are a few key things to take care of before Tax Day:

1. Gather Income Documentation

There are few more stressful things than looking for paperwork at 11:59 pm the night before Tax Day. To prepare, make sure you have all the necessary documents ready to go — whether for sending to a professional or for your own use. This also includes any paperwork needed for deductions, such as student loan interest payments.

Also, be sure to keep this information handy in case you need it later in the year.

2. Look Over Last Year’s Return

If you’re filing your tax return online, you’ll need information from last year’s return statement to file this year — part of the IRS’ anti-fraud protocols. Also, looking at last year’s return can help you remember exactly what incomes you need to claim, and what deductions you’re entitled to.

3. Check Your Personal Information

One sure way to raise a red flag to the IRS is mistyping your name, Social Security number, or bank account information. Make sure all of this information is double-checked before you finalize your tax return.

4. Consider Filing an Extension

If you need more time for filing your taxes, you can apply for a six-month extension by filing IRS Form 4868. If you think you’ll need an extension, it’s best to file as soon as possible. However, if you still owe tax liabilities to the IRS, you will not receive an extension for this payment, and must make those on time to avoid any interest.

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