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Before You File

Document Checklist

Make sure you have everything you need to get your maximum refund.

Item 1

W-2s & 1099 Forms

All income statements from employers and contract work (1099-NEC, 1099-MISC, 1099-K, 1099-R, etc.).

Item 2

Identification

Driver's license or state ID, Social Security card (yours, your spouse's, and every dependent).

Item 3

Proof of Income & Expenses

Pay stubs, bank statements, receipts for deductible expenses.

Item 4

Childcare Records

Provider's name, address, EIN/SSN, and total amount paid per child.

Item 5

Education Forms (1098-T)

Tuition statements plus receipts for books, supplies, and required fees.

Item 6

Bank Account Info for Direct Deposit

Routing number and account number — fastest way to get your refund.

Item 7

Business or Self-Employment Receipts

Mileage logs, supplies, equipment, home office expenses, 1099s you issued.

Item 8

Any Letters or Notices from the IRS

Bring every letter — IP PIN, CP notices, prior-year audits, identity verification.

Missing something?

Don't stress — bring what you have. We'll let you know if anything's missing before we file. Questions? Call (205) 386-4511.