The tax filing deadline is ten short days away. If you are hard-pressed for time, a CPA can easily file your taxes for you. It is important to file your taxes on time, because if you miss the deadline, there could be penalties and interest rates if you owe money.
When consulting with a CPA, make sure you have gathered all the necessary information. This is a very busy season for accountants, and most take on clients early, so make sure at this late hour you have the following documents:
-W2 OR 1099 depending on what kind of employee you are.
-You and your families’ social security number
-Investment income information
-Social security benefits
-Any other income
-Any deductibles
You can consult with a CPA for a more individualized list of items.