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Electronic Filing

In 1986 the IRS developed an electronic version of a paper tax return that is able to be sent by direct transmission.  More than 76.8 million tax returns were filed electronically last year.  According to the IRS, E-filers enjoy the following benefits:

  • Fewer mistakes because the return was transmitted electronically instead of being entered manually (the error rate for electronic returns is less than one percent).
  • No paper returns to process.
  • For the taxpayer there was no longer a concern that that the postal service would not deliver the return. 
  • Electronic Confirmation – The IRS acknowledges receipt of the return.  They also check the return to make sure basic information is accurate (e.g. spelling of names, dates of birth, Social Security Numbers, etc.).  If these types of mistakes are made the IRS sends a reject acknowledgement letting the E-Filer know what needs to be fixed before retransmitting.  This reduces the chances of receiving a pesky IRS letter!
  • Faster Refunds – Typically, taxpayer’s refunds are received in about half the time it takes for a paper return.
  • Electronic Signatures – You can create your own Personal Identification Number (PIN) that represents your signature.  This allows you to file a completely paperless return with the IRS.
  • File Now, Pay Later – E-filers that owe the IRS can file their return now and schedule a payment to be drafted from their bank account on the due date.  This is in contrast to a paper return where you have to mail payment when you send the return.  You can also pay your balance due by credit card or enroll in the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS) to make payments by phone or Internet. 

Because of these advantages, the IRS began partnering with tax professionals to offer this service to taxpayers.  PRO-TAX started offering E-File to our clients in 1989. 

Don’t delay, visit your local PRO-TAX office to have our knowledgeable preparers complete your tax return.  We electronically file all tax returns unless the client requests otherwise.  And, it is FREE with paid tax preparation.