Frank Ellis provides valuable insight into finding and filling out a W-2 form online, using the TurboTax platform, in various points provided in an Examiner.com article.
LIGHTNING RELEASES: (6/12/2014)– Traverse City Tax Preparation Examiner Frank Ellis now provides information on how taxpayers can find W-2 forms online during the 2014 – 2015 tax season. An instructional, step-by-step video is featured above the article, containing numerous important points in the narration and bullets/examples. Explained in the article is the W-2 form, which details employment and payroll information.
One of the benefits of an online form, according to the author, is users can import W-2 information into their tax return with TurboTax. Also, if the form is on the web, they can move anywhere and still have the form available. No paperwork will be lost or sent to the wrong address. There will also be no delay in refunds as a result of missing forms.
In addition, a W-2 can be downloaded and printed at any time. Accuracy of information is just as important, as the document contains the same information as a paper copy. One needs to check their name and social security number are correct, informs the author.
There is also a section on how to correct wrong information. The article advises readers to contact their employer should anything be inaccurate, and send the details to the IRS. It also stresses the importance of filing the form, even if it is missing and the expected refund is a small amount. First, however, taxpayers need to learn whether they are eligible to get their W-2s online, or if their employers offer such an option.
Also emphasized is how simple TurboTax makes filing a W-2 form online. Accuracy, minimum required tax payments, and getting the best possible refund are highlighted as the benefits. To learn more from the expert guidance provided in the Examiner.com article, and get the most out of filing a W-2 form online, go to http://www.examiner.com/article/where-can-i-get-my-w2-form-online-for-2013-2014.
About Frank Ellis
Frank Ellis is a Traverse City Tax Preparation Planner and published author. He has written tax and finance related articles for 11 years and has published over 800 articles on the Internet.