Last year, 2 out of 3 tax returns were filed electronically. Was yours? If not,
here are three important reasons to e-file your return.
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It's fast
Your tax return will get processed more quickly if you use
e-file. If there is an error on your return, it will typically
be identified and can be corrected right away. If you file
electronically and choose to have your tax refund deposited
directly into your bank account, you will have your money in as
few as 10 days.
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It's safe
The IRS is fully committed to protecting your tax information
and e-filed returns are protected by the latest technology. In
20 years, nearly 800 million e-filed returns have been
processed safely and securely by the IRS.
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It's time
Don't miss out on the benefits of e-file, 2 out of 3 taxpayers,
95 million, already get the benefits of e-file.
E-file software reduces the chance of making errors when you prepare your
return. However, some people still print the computer generated
return and mail it to the IRS instead of hitting the "Send" button. By
mailing the return, taxpayers miss out on some important benefits of IRS e-file.
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With e-file, you get the peace of mind that comes with the
electronic receipt you'll receive notifying you that the IRS
received your tax return.
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Virtually everyone can prepare a return and file it for free.
For the second year, the IRS and its partners are offering the
option of Free File Fillable Forms. Another option is
Traditional Free File. About 98 million taxpayers – 70% of all
taxpayers – are eligible for the IRS Traditional Free File.
Traditional Free File is a service offered by software companies
and the IRS in partnership to provide free tax preparation
software and free filing.
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E-file is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from the
convenience of your own home.
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If you owe money to the IRS, e-file also allows you to file your
tax return early and delay payment up until the due date.
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In 37 states and the District of Columbia, you can
simultaneously e-file your federal and state tax returns.
Find out more about E-file at IRS.gov.
