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Choose the method of e-filing that works for you
Tax Professional
If you choose a tax professional to prepare your return, be sure to ask for IRS e-file. When your preparer electronically files your income tax return, you don't have to worry if the mail gets through. And, IRS e-file is so accurate that you are 99% less likely to receive subsequent correspondence from the IRS. e-file delivers a fast refund, in as little as 10 days with Direct Deposit. Keep in mind there may be fees associated with tax preparation. In addition, some tax preparers may charge a fee to provide IRS e-file.
Tax professionals e-filed almost 63 million returns during 2008. To find a tax professional that offers IRS e-file in your area, use our Authorized IRS e-file Provider Locator Service or check our e-file Provider page.
Personal Computer
A computer with a modem or Internet access and tax preparation software are all you need to DIY (do-it-yourself). Best of all, you can e-file from the comfort of your home 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In 2008, about 27 million returns were e-filed from home computers. For more information on using a personal computer and a list of IRS-tested and -approved software companies, see e-file Using a Computer.
Free File
Are you interested in preparing and e-filing your federal income tax return for free? Millions of taxpayers are eligible to use Free File. To see if you are eligible and to learn more about these free online company services, please visit our Free File page. Commercial tax software companies provide these online Free File services.
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Page Last Reviewed or Updated: November 13, 2008
