Richard Grant

Most people don’t realize how quickly small issues (late filings, wrong classifications, unpaid estimates) can quietly turn into penalties that compound over time. Understanding why penalties happen and how they can often be reduced or prevented, can make a bigger difference than trying to “fix it later.” What’s the one tax notice or penalty that confused or stressed you the most, and what did you wish someone had explained to you earlier?

Danielle Larsen

Dec '25 •

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Good morning

Good morning taxes fam, what are some of the must haves form to have on file along with must have products?

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Richard Grant

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When it comes to taxes, it's important to keep the right forms and tools on hand. Must-Have Forms: - W-2s (for regular employment) - 1099s (if you're a freelancer or independent contractor) - 1098s (for mortgage interest or student loan payments) - 1040 (the main tax return form) - 8862 (for those who’ve been denied the Earned Income Tax Credit in the past) - 8889 (for HSA-related filings) - 8863 (for education credits like the American Opportunity Credit) - 1095-A (if you get health insurance through the marketplace) Must-Have Products: - Tax software for easy filing - Calculator to double-check your math - Filing supplies (folders, dividers) for keeping everything organized - A pen for filling out forms neatly - An app or tool to track your tax refund - Secure storage (either cloud or physical) for your important documents - A folder for receipts if you're claiming deductions

Richard Grant

Dec '25 •

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newbie

Hello everyone, I am a newbie here it is so good to be here am so happy.

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Richard Grant

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Thank you

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