Tax-preparation time can be significantly reduced if you develop a system for organizing your records and receipts. Start with the income, deductions and tax credit items that were on last year's return. Use last year's tax return as your guide in preparing this year's return.

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They have two extra days for federal taxes because the 15th falls on a Saturday.

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You must make an accurate estimate of any tax due and pay at least 90 percent when you request an extension.

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