Step-by-Step Guide to Filing Your Federal Taxes

Welcome to FindLaw's "Step-by-Step Guide to Filing Your Federal Taxes." Below you will find information and resources to help you at each step of the federal tax filing process. Choose a link to get started. (For detailed information on federal tax filing, see In-Depth Information on Filing Your Federal Taxes)

To File or Not To File? (IRS)

• Do You Need to File? (IRS)

What is My Filing Status?  

Which Form Should I Use? (IRS)

• Find a Tax Form or Publication

Does My Return Have to Be on Paper? (IRS)

• E-File Options for Individuals (IRS)
• Do You Qualify for "Free File"? (IRS)

When Do I Have to File? (IRS)

• Getting an Extension of Time to File (IRS)

How Do I Prepare My Return?

• Tax Tips for 2009 (IRS)

Where Do I File?

• Checklist: Final Review Before You Mail

What Happens After I File? (IRS)

• What If I Made a Mistake?