Finding safe online tax filing methods is essential for individuals or small business users who may be taking care of their own tax management for the first time. Securing your documents once you gather them is easiest when you have comprehensive tax software. A trustworthy electronic filing program should:
- Eliminate the cost of expensive 1099 and W-2 forms
- Cut down the amount of time spent on tax filing
- Save users from wasting their materials
- Improve the convenience of not needing to load special forms into a printer
Advanced Micro Solutions’ 1099-etc E-Filer software is the most affordable solution on the market and is highly customizable for software users who need a scalable solution.
Staying alert and aware of any potential pitfalls is possible with software that you can trust. Take a look at the flexibility that we offer users before you make a final decision. Choose between our e-filing options:
- E-File Direct (add-on module)
- E-File Services (via third-party vendor)
How to Ensure Safe Online Tax Filing
There are certain steps that all users should take when they file their taxes to ensure maximum security for their personal data.
Step 1: Gather all of the necessary documents
Collecting all your forms securely is essential, whether you only need to account for your own income or you are running a business with 50 employees. Make sure that a tax filing software system can handle all of your documents, which may include:
- W-2 forms
- 1099 forms for freelance or investment income
- 1098 forms for student loan interest or mortgage information
Step 2: Keep all records in one secure location
Knowing where to access your documents with safe online tax filing makes tax season and any audits easier to manage. Thorough recordkeeping will minimize the risk of major errors as long as you store:
- All physical or digital tax records
- Receipts
- Any supporting documents
There is a less than 1% error rate for e-filed returns compared to 21% for paper returns.
Step 3: Confirm your tax situation
Confirming your tax situation before you get started on tax filing will save you time and prevent you from needing to amend anything that you submit to the IRS. Confirm that you have:
- Verified your filing status
- Claimed any dependents
- Determined whether you will take the standard deduction or itemize
Step 4: Use a secure internet connection
Purchasing safe online tax filing software for desktops requires a secure internet connection just as much as when you use cloud-based software. Working or filing your taxes while using public Wi-Fi or unsecured networks can lead to risky outcomes and potentially compromised data.
E-File with AMS Software
Download our free 1099-etc Demo software. The demo is a nearly fully-functional version of the 1099-etc software with some disabled electronic filing features. Users can find a variety of video tutorials for each of the program modules.
See which of our tax filing software options makes the most sense for you.
E-File Direct
- Flat fee
- Unlimited number of form filings
- Users can verify, view, and print files
E-File Services
- Volume pricing (fee per form)
- Forms are e-filed through a third-party vendor
- Different service levels available