If
you're scraping by, the IRS can seem like Santa Clause during tax season. This
is especially true if you fall into an income bracket that ensures you'll get a
refund. The days of running to the mailbox hoping that your refund check is in
it are over. By taking advantage of the Internet, you have all the power you
need at your fingertips.
With
that said, here's how financial web apps can make tax season easier on
you.
The
TurboTax App Saves Your Time and Money
TurboTax is the most
well-known web app on the market, providing filers with the best easy-to-use
interface out there. It offers more features than any other online service,
making it useful for anyone filing a 1040EZ return to a large corporation
filing more complicated taxes. If you've used this app before, you know that it
stores your information, so you won't have to input it every time you file,
which is a big time saver.
In addition to audit protection and helpful support,
TurboTax offers customers without complex tax situations the option to file for
free. You can get your refund on a debit card or by direct deposit.
The
Where's My Refund App Tells You When to Expect Your Money
Once
you file your taxes, you'll want to know when you can expect to get your
refund. Sure, the IRS has had problems in the past sticking to deposit
deadlines, but a date is still good nonetheless. In 2013, the IRS released the
"Where's My Refund?" web app that lets users inquiry about their
refund statuses.
Before this web app, filers were given projected dates. With
the new app, filers are able to track where their refunds are and when they can
expect to receive them. This is a major help for those scraping by, informing
them when they can expect the extra financial help.
The
FileThis App Allows You to Digitize Your Filing Cabinet
If
you're one of the people who is filing with a complex tax situation, such as
with kids or a home business, it's likely you have a filing cabinet stuffed
with old receipts and papers. If you're organized, you might be able to find
the right paperwork when you're filing, but that doesn't mean you can't benefit
from digitizing. With the FileThis app, you can file all your important
financial documents online and have them readily available from either your
mobile device or desktop. Whether it's a receipt, bank statements, utility
bill, or insurance document, this app will help.
The
ASK A CPA App Provides Instant Advice When Filing Your Returns
If
you're stumped when filing your tax return, you don't have to stress anymore.
Simply use the ASK A CPA web app to get answers from a person who has a degree in finance. This
makes tax season easier on you for two reasons: you get instant answers that
don't prolong the process and you don't have to spend a lot of money to receive
the financial advice you need. Sure, if you're single and don't have too many
assets filing is a piece of cake. But if you have more to worry about, a web
app like this will definitely benefit you.
Have
web apps made your tax filing easier? Leave a comment below and let us know!