7 most common mistakes on tax paperwork

After spending days and a lot of calculations you finally finished your paperwork, only to get weeks later a correction notification or penalty and you don’t know what went wrong. Don’t fall into these mistakes while preparing the tax paperwork:

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1. Not including or misspelling Social Security Numbers (SSN)

On every tax return should be included the SSN, as it serves to identify each individual.

2. Missing bank account data

In case taxpayers are due a refund, they could receive a direct deposit from the IRS if requested. The fastest way to get it is adding an account number on their tax return.

3. Selecting the wrong filing status

Some taxpayers choose a status that may not fit correctly their working status or profile. The IRS offers many resources that can help you learn more about status and when they apply.

4. Math miscalculations

Forgetting to do a subtraction or addition could give you trouble as an incorrect total or delay the processing of your return. Using tax prep software prevents many of the math mistakes that could happen.

5. Errors in deductions or credits

Check for active deductions or credits in your state and area. Taking deductions or credits that are ineligible for you will require a correction on your tax file or may involve penalties.

6. Name mistakes

Getting married or changing your name may not match with your name on your Social Security Card. Submit your paperwork with the data of your Social Security Card and later you can correct or update your name through the Social Security Administration.

7. Forgetting to sign

All the time and effort put on your paperwork may become invalid if you forget to sign it. If you file jointly with a partner, the tax files should be signed by both.

Consider a business tax expert

E-filing helps you avoid many of the errors that may appear when manually filing paperwork, also many tax softwares and apps may detect typos or mistakes, but it will always be a good idea to double check all the boxes before submitting your tax filing. If you have any doubts during the process of preparing the paperwork, do not hesitate to contact  a professional tax preparer or an accountant.