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posted Jun 4, 2019 12:40:51 PM

Do I need to have any document scanned when e-filing taxes? ie. W2, etc.

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Expert Alumni
Jun 4, 2019 12:40:53 PM

No, you do not have to scan your documents and send them to TurboTax or the IRS.  

However, it is a good idea to scan and save your documents electronically and keep for three years in case of an audit.  

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Expert Alumni
Jun 4, 2019 12:40:53 PM

No, you do not have to scan your documents and send them to TurboTax or the IRS.  

However, it is a good idea to scan and save your documents electronically and keep for three years in case of an audit.