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Tips for managing your records after you file

MobileTax
February 29, 2012

After you file your taxes, you will have many records that may help document items on your tax return. You will need these documents should the IRS select your return for examination. Here are four tips from the IRS about keeping good records.

  • Normally, tax records should be kept for three years.
  • Some documents — such as records relating to a home purchase or sale, stock transactions, IRA and business or rental property — should be kept longer.
  • In most cases, the IRS does not require you to keep records in any special manner. Generally speaking, however, you should keep any and all documents that may have an impact on your federal tax return.
  • Records you should keep include bills, credit card and other receipts, invoices, mileage logs, canceled, imaged or substitute checks, proofs of payment, and any other records to support deductions or credits you claim on your return.
For help with your taxes or with tax management, call Mobile Tax at 302-381-3345.

 

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