As the tax deadline of April 15 approaches, here is some information on how to make filing your tax returns easier, faster, and more effective. The IRS website has a host of online tools to help you submit your tax information, track your refund, and more.

Check out the links below to take advantage of this year's time-saving options and end your tax season stress:

  • Updated 2013 Tax Tips can be found on the IRS website here. 
  • Starting on January 30, the IRS will make its free tax filing software "FreeFile" available online. Using FreeFile can help cut down on paper and mailing costs by filing your 2013 tax returns online. Guidelines for businesses and non-profits filing their taxes on FreeFile can be found on the IRS e-file homepage. 
  • The IRS offers two free in-person tax help programs called the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE). VITA is a service for anyone earning less than $51,000 a year. TCE is a service for people over the age of 60. Click to find a VITA or TCE site near you.
  • As part of the continued implementation of the Affordable Care Act, there are a few new provisions in the tax code. Learn about these changes here.
  • Keep up with the status of your refund by visiting Where’s My Refund?, an online tool that allows you to track when your refunds will arrive.
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