Hey Abe, what are the benefits of creating an IRS Online Account?
Great question! Creating an IRS Online Account can be a smart move if you want an easier way to access important tax information, make payments, review past tax records, and stay organized throughout the year.
Think of your IRS Online Account as a secure online hub for your personal tax information. Instead of searching through old paperwork, waiting on mailed notices, or trying to track down prior-year details during tax season, your account gives you access to many helpful IRS tools in one place.
Why create an IRS Online Account?
One of the biggest benefits is convenience. Your account can help you save time when filing your taxes, checking payment information, or reviewing prior tax details. This can be especially helpful if you need information like your adjusted gross income, tax transcripts, payment history, or certain IRS notices.
Here are some of the things your IRS Online Account can help you do:
Access prior tax information
- View key tax return information, including your adjusted gross income, and access transcripts or tax compliance report
- Check the status of your refund or amended return
- View digital notices from the IRS
- View your audit status (currently available for certain audits conducted by mail)
- View available information return documents, such as Forms W-2 and certain 1099s
Make and manage payments
- Make a same-day payment or schedule payments up to 365 days in advance from your bank account
- You can cancel payments before their scheduled date
- You can also make a guest payment without logging in or by debit/credit card
- View up to 5 years of payment history, including your estimated tax payments
- View pending and scheduled payments
Review balances and payment plans
- Learn about payment plan options and apply for a new payment plan
- View and revise details of your existing payment plan
- Create a payment plan for the amount you expect to owe in the current tax year
Submit forms
- Complete, sign and submit select IRS forms
- Submit Form 4547, Trump Account Election(s), and view status
Manage profile
- Go paperless for certain IRS notices
- Get email notifications for new account information or activity
- Get an Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN)
View authorizations
- View authorization requests from lenders
- Approve and electronically sign Power of Attorney and Tax Information Authorization from your tax professional
Before creating your account, make sure you have your photo identification ready. The IRS uses a secure verification process to help protect your personal tax information.
Creating an IRS Online Account can make tax season less stressful by giving you faster access to the information you may need for filing, paying, and reviewing your tax history.
You can sign in or create an IRS account here:
https://www.irs.gov/payments/online-account-for-individuals
