Last Chance: Tax Deadline Looms - Final Tips for Filing

You still have today and tomorrow left to meet the filing deadline for your 2011 federal income tax returns.

The tax deadline is traditionally April 15, but has been pushed back to April 17 this year since April 15 was a Sunday and today, April 16, is Emancipation Day in the District of Columbia.

April 17 is also the final date to apply for 2011 tax extensions.

The Internal Revenue Service encourages taxpayers to file returns electronically. According to a statement posted on the IRS website, e-file is "the best way to ensure accurate tax returns and get faster refunds."

There are also several ways to file your taxes easily online. Some include:

• The IRS Free File program
• TaxACT
• TurboTax

For tax law questions or account inquiries, taxpayers can call the IRS toll free at the numbers listed here.

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Individuals in and Minnesota can check here to find out where to send your individual returns for 2012 if filing . For tax assistance in Rosemount, search our local directory.

See all of our tax tips as provided by the IRS:

 for tax tips on the Earned Income Tax Credit.