As you start thinking about pulling together your taxes do you instantly get nervous like you did something wrong before you even get started? The reality is the IRS isn’t looking over your shoulder and they aren’t coming to knock on your door.

Whether this is your first time working with an accountant to prepare your tax return or you’ve done it year over year, it’s hard to remember all the information and documents you need. Some forms come in the mail, others you get online, and it’s possible some pieces of information might not even be on your radar.