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By now you've most likely received your W-2s, 1099s, and other tax-related statements for 2007.

So today's topic is getting organized for tax time.

If you're like most people, the thought of preparing your tax return

is stressful.

One of the best ways to make taxes far less taxing

is to get organized. And now's the time to get organized.

And now is the time to get started.

Don't put it off until the evening of April 14th.

Get organized now and preparing your taxes will be much less daunting.

A little organization goes a long way.

Having a designated place to put your tax-related paperwork and receipts

will save you headaches and stress

because you won't need to waste time at the

11th hour searching hither and yon for a lost W-2.

It will also help you maximize your deduction since it will reduce the chances of misplacing receipts for deductible

expenses.

It can also save you money if you use a professional tax preparer.

Tax preparers and CPAs usually charge by the hour, so the better organized your paperwork

is the more efficiently they can prepare your return.

Getting organized starts with having a place to put your paperwork.

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