What is the easiest way to file your taxes?

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15 years ago 02/04/2011 9:41am EST

So, this may belong in the Adult Confessions thread, but I have no idea what do to about my taxes this year. I am almost 40, and my dad's uncle has always done them. I bascially handed over the paperwork, answered a few questions he had, and signed a few forms. A month later I'd get my checks from Fed and State.

Now he's retired, so I'm on my own to file.

I know I could walk into an H&R Block and do what I've been doing, but is it worth paying them whatever they charge? My situation is fairly simple. I guess the only potential complicated part is I work across the state line. Can I do this thing myself, and if so, what is the most dummy-proof way to file?

15 years ago 02/04/2011 9:49am EST

re: Clueless en Masse

Turbotax

It is very simple, you sign it and then just answer all the questions.

15 years ago 02/04/2011 9:53am EST

re: commuter student

Is there software to buy, or do you just go to a TT web site?

15 years ago 02/04/2011 9:57am EST

re: Clueless en Masse

I just find out what the standard deduction is and make sure my income doesn't exceed that. I haven't filed since 1993. During tax season I am the envy of all my friends.

15 years ago 02/04/2011 9:59am EST

re: Clueless en Masse

Clueless en Masse wrote:
Is there software to buy, or do you just go to a TT web site?

No software required. You do it all online.

15 years ago 02/04/2011 10:19am EST

re: Clueless en Masse

If you have a copy of your previous years return just download the 1040 or 1040ez forms from the IRS site and follow it through line by line and plug in the numbers from your W-2. If you own a home and itemize you'll need a Schedule A form too. And for 2010 you have a credit available "Making Work Pay" worth $400 for a single person. So you'll need a Schedule M form for that. It's all really easy to do yourself and it's all free. Also you dont have to give your email address and credit card number over the net like with those so called "free" tax software sites. I've been doing mine for years now and just mail it in. The IRS has all the info on where to mail it and the tables to find your taxable income. Trust me it's easy and you'll learn about how taxes work which is good to know.

15 years ago 02/04/2011 10:29am EST

re: Clueless en Masse

Easy way.

OLT.com

(On Line Tax)

Set up a username.

Answer all questions give numbers as it takes you through.

$8 for federal and $8 for state taken from your refund or added to what you owe if you file electronically.

Or use it for free, print the forms and mail it in.

I suggest filing electronically.

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