You might remember the economic stimulus package from last year and the mess the government made of it. You need to let your preparer know exactly how much you received. You may be eligible for more money.

Be sure to take the information regarding your actual dollars received or applied to a past due amount to your preparer. If you do not do that, it may hold up your refund while the IRS searches their database to make certain the information is correct.

 
This information is provided in an effort to help you gather and organize the information necessary to file your individual or small business income tax return. While these financial tools are not a substitute for financial advice from a qualified professional, they can be used as a starting point in your decision making process.