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The Ease of Filing Taxes Online
from:It used to be when given the choice between a trip to the dentist and filing taxes, the majority of individuals really had to stop and think about their options. While both seemed to have their own levels of discomfort, many eventually decided it was impossible to choose between the lesser of the two evils. These days, the advent of filing taxes online has done away with much of the frustration that often went hand in hand with conventional paper forms. It is not only faster but more accurate. Those expecting a refund can expect a much shorter wait time when filing taxes online.
While there are still those who opt to file their taxes in the conventional manner through the mail, millions of taxpayers have switched to filing taxes online using self guided programs. This not only cuts down on paper for the IRS it can also mean an uncomplicated, easier filing process that takes a very short time to complete. This is especially true for individuals who have no itemized deductions. Those who file their federal tax returns online can also file their state returns at the same time. Even those with complex returns who use professionals when filing taxes have their returns sent electronically.
With the option of filing taxes online, many no longer wait until the very last opportunity to do their taxes. This means less mistakes and less in the way of frustration from having to repeatedly amend a tax return before it is accepted. It also means not being assessed fines or penalties for failing to file taxes in a timely manner. Online programs are easily found. Even the Internal Revenue Service has its own online filing program. It can be used for free by those making $52,000 or less per year. Filing state returns online will typically require a fee.
Once it is sent electronically, filers are given a confirmation that their return has been received and accepted. With a number of safeguards in place, all information is kept private via encryption and other protective measures. Once the return is completed and sent, filers can then print out a copy of the return for their own records. Filing taxes online is often recommended over using boxed tax software. As tax codes tend to change every year, an online program will be updated to the most current tax codes. Using a certain program consistently also allows filers to see returns from previous years. If little has changed from the preceding year, the program simply updates the new return using last year's basic information.
Ohio State Taxes News
Panel urges 13-cent hike in Ohio's gas tax (The Alliance Review)
COLUMBUS -- Gov. Ted Strickland said he will not support increases in the state's motor vehicle fuel taxes, as outlined in a task force report submitted to his office this week.
Read more...Ohio transportation report urges fuel-tax boost (The Toledo Blade)
COLUMBUS - Despite Ohio's fiscal crisis, a special task force created by Gov. Ted Strickland said yesterday that Ohio must not be afraid to make bold new investments in its transportation infrastructure or create taxes and raise fees to pay for it. "If Ohio wants to compete … and create growth, prosperity, and new jobs, transportation is one of the key drivers to doing it," said Ty Marsh, ...
Read more...New Ohio speaker wants tax breaks for startups (AP via Yahoo! Finance)
State lawmakers will consider tax breaks for entrepreneurs, free broadband service for cities and other programs as they tackle Ohio's mounting economic problems, the first Democratic speaker of the Ohio House in 14 years said Monday.
Read more...Property taxes on their way (Mount Vernon News)
MOUNT VERNON -- Knox County property owners anxious to see if their property taxes have fluctuated since a re-evaluation last year will find the answer in their mailbox in the next 10 to 14 days, when the 2008 property tax statements arrive.
Read more...State sues Toledo Storm over workers’ compensation taxes (The Toledo Blade)
The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation filed a civil complaint in Lucas County Common Pleas Court Friday, claiming that Toledo Storm Hockey LLC owes thousands of dollars in workers’ compensation taxes. The complaint said that the defunct Storm owed $21,681.91, which included a $225 fee for the “cost of action.” It did not say for which time period the money is owed. State law requires ...
Read more...Ohio transportation panel urges new fuel tax (The Cleveland Plain Dealer)
Dale Omori/Plain Dealer fileThis downtown Cleveland pothole in 2004 grew to a diameter of 2 feet, exposing bricks beneath the asphalt. Ohio needs to increase the fuel tax to pay for transportation improvements or else it will face a crisis...
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