{"id":14149,"date":"2023-04-12T12:40:03","date_gmt":"2023-04-12T17:40:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.eztaxreturn.com\/?p=14149"},"modified":"2023-05-23T10:50:12","modified_gmt":"2023-05-23T15:50:12","slug":"5-great-reasons-to-e-file-your-taxes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.eztaxreturn.com\/blog\/5-great-reasons-to-e-file-your-taxes\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are the Benefits of E-Filing Your Taxes?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In 2021, 90% of people e-filed<\/a> their tax returns. And it\u2019s no surprise why.  Thanks to technology, there\u2019s no reason to prepare your return by hand and mail it in. E-filing<\/a> is the faster, easier, and more accurate way to do your taxes.  Once you try it, you\u2019ll never go back to paper again.  Here are five great reasons to make the switch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Fewer Mistakes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

According to the IRS<\/a>, taxpayers who manually prepare their return are 20 times more likely to make mistakes than e-filers. Errors on your return<\/a> can slow down your refund or lead to an IRS audit<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using a tax preparation program like ezTaxReturn<\/a> can help you get your taxes right the first time. You\u2019ll be guided through each section of your return using a simple question-and-answer format. Based on your responses, the program will help you claim the credits and deductions<\/a> you rightfully deserve to maximize your refund or pay less in taxes. There\u2019s no need to worry about tracking down the right IRS forms<\/a> or whether your math is correct because the software does the hard work for you. As long as you provide accurate answers, you\u2019ll get accurate results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It\u2019s the fastest way to get your tax refund<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

After giving Uncle Sam an interest-free loan most of the year, you\u2019re probably excited to get your money back. The fastest way to get your refund is to e-file and choose direct deposit. Typically, you\u2019ll receive a notification from the IRS  within 24 hours that your return has been accepted and your refund within 21 days<\/a>. Snail-mailed returns take a lot longer to be processed. You\u2019ll be waiting approximately 4+ weeks, and that\u2019s assuming you prepared a flawless return.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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E-filing Is Less Risky Than Filing By Mail<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Filing electronically is much safer than filing by paper. When you e-file, your return is securely transmitted from your computer to the IRS without any pit stops. Plus, the IRS has several safeguards in place to ensure your private information remains confidential.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tax providers must comply with strict security guidelines and use the latest encryption technology to keep your data safe. So far, the IRS has successfully processed over 1.5 billion tax returns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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More Payment Options If You Owe the IRS<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Owe the IRS but can\u2019t afford to pay right away? Don\u2019t panic. The IRS has flexible payment options<\/a>, which allow you to e-file now and pay later<\/a>.  Through your tax preparer, you can request to have the funds deducted on the date of your choosing. Just be sure to get it squared away before April 18th<\/sup> to avoid penalties and interest<\/a>. Additional payment methods include debit or credit cards, checks, money orders, and monthly installments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Digital Records of Your Returns<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s best practice to keep copies of your tax returns for at least three years up to seven years. This is in case you need to reference them in a future audit or for reference when preparing new returns. But keeping physical copies of your tax returns is cumbersome and can take up valuable space. Plus, when it\u2019s time to dispose of them, you have to be careful to do it properly so your information doesn\u2019t end up in the wrong hands. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you e-file, you automatically have a digital record of your tax return saved. No more worrying about sorting through piles of papers or storing stacks of returns in your filing cabinet. E-filing your taxes keeps your records safe and secure<\/a>, ready to reference whenever you need them. This also makes it easy to start your next return the following year, as your info from the previous return is already saved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You May Qualify for Free Tax Filing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Doing your taxes doesn\u2019t have to cost an arm and a leg. If you have a basic tax situation, you can file your federal return for FREE at ezTaxReturn.com. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To qualify for free tax filing, you must meet the following criteria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n