Benefits of Filing Paper Tax Returns
Filing a paper return has some benefits over e-filing, including:
- It’s familiar.
- It’s comprehensive.
- It’s easy to review for errors. You also can easily find income or deduction amounts on a prior-year return.
- You can easily make copies of your return to give to financial institutions when applying for a loan or a home mortgage.
Even if you e-file, you should print a copy of your return for your records.
Related Resources
What Is an Enrolled Agent or EA?
What does it mean to be an enrolled agent? Learn more about the roles and requirements of enrolled agent (EA) tax preparers at H&R Block.
How Does Changing Jobs Affect Your Tax Return?
Changing jobs can come with tax implications like job search and moving expense deductions. Learn more about these potential benefits at H&R Block.
Unreimbursed Employee Expenses - Form 2106
Do you have unreimbursed expenses to include on your tax return? Learn how to claim unreimbursed employee expenses with IRS Form 2106.
What Types of Tax Preparers Are There?
Tax preparers can have various designation and specialties. Learn how different types of tax preparers at H&R Block can help you in person or virtually.
