The time will come quickly when you have to file your 2009 income tax return to the IRS before the deadline. For the most people, tax season is always stressful because it involves several documents and forms to deals with and certain credits and deductions to claim. People often depend on tax credits and suffer financially when they do not get the credits what they expected. Some do not bother about doing proper income tax planning throughout the year, and therefore, they sometimes have high income tax bill to pay. Here are some guidelines that will help do your taxes properly and in timely manner.

First and foremost, try to do your taxes as early as possible once you receive all the information you require for filing your 2009 Federal Tax return. If you postpone your task for another day, you may feel worried. As a result, you may miss some important tax credits and deductions that you are eligible for. If you file early, it means that that you will have your return file processed early and also will receive your IRS refund sooner.

There are basically two ways of paying taxes; either you choose paper filing option or you choose electronic filing system. If you choose paper filing option, you need to ensure that you get a return receipt. It is important because, if the IRS claims that you did not file your return in time, then you can prove that on the specific date your 2009 income tax return was mailed.

Most people think that doing taxes with professional accounts is best but it may be expensive. Hiring a tax professional can help you choose the correct tax credits and deductions. But using online software, you can easily choose tax credits and deductions properly. So, why should you pay money if you can do it for free using software?

One of the best options for doing 2009 tax return preparation and filing for free is "Free File" program offered by the IRS. You can use this if you are qualified with the criteria of income which is less than $57,000. There are several IRS approved tax preparation and e-filing online services you can choose from for doing your task easily.

Filing your 2009 tax returns can be hassle-free and convenient if you do it online using software. File your return electronically as early as possible with direct deposit option so that you can get your refund online quickly.