Still Haven’t Filed Your Taxes? Follow These Last Minute Tax Tips

Make sure you keep all of your documents, like W-2s from employers, together. Also be sure to gather any receipts for fees paid to the Department of Motor Vehicles or even from expenses you may have inquired from a job search. Any receipts from charitable contributions can be used as well.

If you have a simple tax return, file online and avoid waiting for an appointment. Estimated savings by doing so is around $100 compared to having someone do it for you. You can file online up until the deadline on April 18 at 11:59 p.m.

According to the IRS, about 85 percent of tax refunds are direct deposited. E-file with direct deposit is a quick and easy way to get your refund. Not to mention it's secure. It usually takes 21 days or less to receive your refund. That's incredible compared to the 6-8 week wait for paper-filed tax returns.

Be sure to double-check important information such as Social Security numbers. These numbers are required for you to get your deductions, credits, and exemptions, so you definitely need them to be correct. Incorrect Social Security numbers for yourself, spouse, and children can create major problems.

Automatic deductions from your paycheck for charitable donations are easy to overlook and can be used on your tax forms. Did you donate clothing items or furniture to a charity? Find your acknowledgment receipt because you can use this on your tax form.