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How to make a checklist to get ready for tax time

You will get a list of papers to gather before tax time.

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Tax time can feel stressful. Gathering papers early makes it much easier.

ChatGPT is a free helper you type to. You share a little about your situation. It lists the documents to find.

This is not tax advice. It is a helper to get you organized and calm before you file.

Try this
  1. Open ChatGPT and say a bit about your year.
  2. Ask it to list the documents you may need.
  3. Gather each paper into one folder.
  4. Check off items as you find them.
A message you can copy

Help me get ready for tax time. I am a [your situation, like an employee or retiree]. Please list common documents I should gather. This is not tax advice, just help getting organized.

Paste it into ChatGPT, then change the words in brackets to fit you. It opens in a new tab, so you will not lose this page.

Buddy, your friendly guide
Buddy says

This helps you get ready. Always check with a tax professional for advice.

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