SAY GOOD-BYE TO THOSE PAPER RETURNS!
If you have never filed electronically, you should be aware that paper tax returns are going the way of floppy disks and VHS tapes. Under new IRS rules, virtually all professional tax preparers will have to file electronically beginning next year. This was inevitable and the time has come.
There's a different regimen followed with electronic filing. After I prepare the return, I will send you a draft copy through the secure file exchange on my website. The draft will be accompanied by an IRS form which you will sign and return to me after you have reviewed the draft and are satisfied with its accuracy. This form gives me permission to file the return on your behalf. It will then take a day or two to receive confirmation that the IRS has accepted the filing. Lastly, I will send you an official copy which includes an IRS confirmation number as proof that the return has been filed and accepted.
All in all, it should be an easy transition to electronic filing. Please call me with any concerns or questions you may have.
