Should I file my own taxes
10 Questions to Ask Before Paying for Add-On Tax Preparation Services
It's that season, folks, and the question looming for many of us these days is, should I file my own taxes? That all depends (isn't that often the answer?), and Wallet Pop helps you sort out the decision points with this list of questions that raises issues like the costs associated with e-filing, what's included in tax-prep software, and the timing of refunds. You've got until April 18 this year, but waiting until the deadline won't get you a better deal.
"With just over a month to go before tax season wraps up, many taxpayers are still mulling their filing options, hoping to find the best deal for tax preparation. As we've posted previously, there are a number of free and low-cost filing opportunities for taxpayers, including the IRS FreeFile program. However, not all taxpayers qualify for FreeFile or feel comfortable using the FreeFile software packages..."
