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