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How To Avoid Common TAX Errors

(IRS Website)

Every single mistake can cause problems, which might lead to delays in processing your return and receiving your refund.

1. Make sure the social security number is correct. This is your identification by IRS.
2. Print clearly your name, address, zip code.
3. Enter the correct name and social security numbers of yourself, your spouse, your dependents, and qualifying children for earned income credit or child tax credit
4. Check only one file status.
5. Check the appropriate exemption boxes and enter the names and social security numbers exactly as they appear on the social security card for all the dependents and exemptions claimed.
6. Enter the correct income, deductions, and credits in the correct line and make sure the total is correct.
7. If you are taking standard deduction make sure to check the appropriate boxes and use the worksheets if required.
8. Figure out your taxes  by making sure your math calculations are corrected.
9. Make sure to sign and date the return. If filing jointly make sure your spouse sign and date the return also.
10. Make sure your W-2 copy B is attached to your return. File out only one return even if you have more than one job.
11. Attached form 1099-R if you have tax withheld.
12. Attached all the necessary schedules and forms in sequence number order given in the upper right-hand corner.
13. If you owe tax, don't forget to include your check, or money order with the return and write your social security number, tax form, and tax year on the payment.
14. Keep a copy of your tax return and other documentation for your records.