Things You'll Need:
- Your W2 forms (they are usually mailed to you)
- If married, your spouse's social security # (even if you are filing separately)
- Internet access
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Step 1
Log onto Turbotax.com
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Step 2
Click on the "Basic - FREE" tax-filing selection on the left-hand side.
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Step 3
Start by creating a username and password (so you can continue filing later if you'd like)
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Step 4
Have your W2 forms ready and focus on boxes 1-20, which you will have to enter as you go along
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Step 5
The top of the screen will show you how much you are going to get back in your return. As you continue, you'll see the # increse/decrease depending on your situation.
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Step 6
At the end, you can choose to add another W2 form or file for State Taxes. I filed for State Taxes and was charged $29, but I only received $29 from the state anyways, so you can decide if you should or not. In my case, if I knew how little the money was, I wouldn't have filed for the state.
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Step 7
After entering your W2 information, you can continue filing things such as deducations, donations you've made, and anything else you feel is tax deductible (small business expenses, etc.)
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Step 8
Decide whether you want a direct deposit or a check sent to you
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Step 9
Wait for the government to approve your file (2 business days)(You will be contacted via email)
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Step 10
Wait for your tax return!
Comments
MarinaSecret7 said
on 2/17/2009 I like it! thanks I'll try it right now!