Volume 2 Issue 2 Page 6 IRS TAX TIP for 2009 1. Gather your records... now! It's never too early to start getting together any documents or forms you'll need when filing your taxes; receipts, canceled checks, and other documents that support an item of income or deduction youre taking on your return. Also, if you haven't already received them, be on the lookout for W-2s and 1099s, coming soon from your employer. 2. Find your forms. Whether you file a 1040-EZ, you can download all IRS forms and publications on the website; IRS.gov. 3.Do a little research. Check out Publication 17 on IRS.gov. It's a comprehensive collection of information for taxpayers highlighting everything youll need to know when filing your return. Review Pub 17 to ensure you're taking all credits and deductions for which you are eligible. 4. Think ahead to how you file. Will you prepare your return yourself or go to a preparer? Do you qualify to file at no cost using Free File on IRS.gov? Are you eligible for free help at an IRS office or volunteer site? Will you purchase tax preparation software or file online? There are many things to consider. So, give yourself time to weigh them all and find the option that best suits your needs. 9. Take your time. Rushing to get your return filed increases the chance you will make a mistake and catch it. 6. Double-check your return. Mistakes will slowdown the processing of your return. In particular, make sure all the Socials Security Numbers and math calculations are correct as these are the most common errors tax payers make. 7. Consider E-file. When you file electronically, the computer will handle the math calculations for you, and you will get your refund in about half the time it takes when you file a paper return. 8. Think about Direct Deposit. If you elect to have your refund directly deposited into your bank account, you'll receive it faster than waiting for a check by mail. 9. Visit the IRS.gov often. The official IRS Web site is a great place to find everything you will need to file your tax return: forms, tips, FAQs & updates on tax law changes. Pastor Bruce & First Lady Sabrina Davis express their sincere appreciation to the New Zion Baptist Church, Pastor's Aide Ministry and Deacon Wilder (Celebration Chair persons), area Pastors and churches, local dignitaries, visitors and friends for their efforts and support during our 1s‘ Pastor and First Lady Anniversary Celebration on Sunday, January 25th. A special thank you to my big brother, Dr. O. Wendell Davis, Senior Pastor of Union Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Huntsville, AL for sharing in blessed event. ma wo site eect ii May God bless all of you! " 10. Relax. There's no need to panic. If you run into a problem, remember the IRS is there to help. Try IRS.gov or call their customer service number at (800) 829.1040. in Sis. Bobbie McQueen Rev. Cal Carter Bro. Clifton Hester Sis. Ruby Hester Sis. Jimmie Bell Dea. Ray Finn Bro. Benny Hall Sis. Ann Carpenter — February 3° Sis. Jimmie Bell — February 4" Bro. Chris Hill — February 8" Sis. Dorothy Barlin Mt. Ogden Rehabilitation Center > Sis. Carrie Price Musing Home Washington Terrace Nursing Center RESIDENTS Sis. Ronay Martinez — February 8" Sis. Patricia Gray — February 12" Dea. Wilson English - February 15" Sis. Evelyn Crawford - February 16". Bro. John Rancifer, Jr. — February 16” > Bro. Brandon Dawson — February 49h | ] Bro. Dimitri Swain — February 20% Sis. Jaime Johnson — February 22"° ‘ Bro. John Rancifer, Jr. — February 16" ‘ { yews * am ; — fe fur 2 +. ewes Happy x goes WELCOME Aerrrtine Anniversary age ee ret “We bless you in the name of the Lord.” Psalm 129:8 | a We WELCOME Bro. Washington a Bro. Thomas “Pops” _ Davis & Sis. Katherine Neman who — and united with us in January 2009 to our | Sis. Tamara Larry Sis. Shauntelle Bell — February 26" . New Zion Church Family! Den. Bertha Elliott - February 26" _ We thank the Lord for leading you to Bro. Stephen Taylor — February 28" growing closer to the Lord together — a our fellowship. We look forward to a February 18%