Federal forms and instructions are available from the IRS website as well as daily tax tips and highlights of the 2008 tax law changes that might affect your return. Free federal online filing is available in English or Spanish if your adjusted gross income is $56,000 or less. Online filing and direct deposit are the quickest ways to receive your refund, but no matter how you file you can check on the status of your refund at Where’s My Refund?
Colorado tax forms and FYI publications are available from the Colorado Department of Revenue, Division of Taxation. Colorado also offers a service to track your refund. Current tax forms for other states can help you get organized if you are not a Colorado resident.
If tax law is an area that interests you, check out the DU Graduate Tax Program, which offers full-time and part-time options to get an LLM in taxation, including a dual degree program for current JD candidates. Student jobs with the IRS can lead to various career options.
Update 2/3: Don't forget to check the IRS's page on phishing and tax scams!
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