Filing Taxes On Your Phone

These days, it seems that people do everything on their phones or on other mobile devices, like their tablets.

It’s no wonder, then, that so many people are asking about whether or not it’s possible to file taxes on these devices. The answer, surprisingly, is yes!

Turbo Tax is one of many companies that is now offering an easy way to file your taxes via a mobile device.  

How to Use the App

To use this particular app, which is one of the most popular, you simply go to the Turbo Tax website or search in your app store to find and download the Turbo Tax Mobile App.

From there, you’ll be asked to take a photo of your W-2 form. The information on the form will automatically transfer to the online form.

Another option is to have the information sent directly from your employer.

No matter how you do it, fill out all of the required information, ask any questions you may have via the special Smart Look feature, and then file from your mobile device. Easy, right?

Remember, App-Based Filing Isn’t for Everyone

One final caveat to keep in mind is that mobile filing apps aren’t for everyone. If you have a special or complex tax situation or have a lot of questions that need answering, a quick session using an app probably isn’t going to be enough to get your taxes filed the right way.

For these situations, make sure you get professional tax help from a real, live accountant. You can use apps like the Turbo Tax app as a great tool to get you started, but there’s really no substitute, especially in specialized situations, for professional help.

As you can see, apps can be nice tools, but make sure you know when you need real help and that you seek it out when required.