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Make the Most of Your Tax Return
Tax season is upon us. This time of year can be stressful but we have the information you need to conquer your taxes with confidence. This year, the deadline for filing your federal income tax is Monday, April 15. Here is some additional information to help you prepare, file, and make the most of your return.
As a member of UFirst, you may receive one or more of the following tax forms:
1099-INT
- You will receive a 1099-INT if your combined dividend-earning accounts earned $10 or more
- Paper copies are mailed on or before January 31
- Digital copies are available through Online Banking
1098
- You will receive a 1098 if your paid mortgage interest is $600 or more
- Paper copies are mailed on or before January 31
- Digital copies are available through Online Banking
1099-R
- You will receive a 1099-R if you received a distribution of $10 or more from an IRA or Qualified plan
- Paper copies are mailed on or before January 31
- Please visit a branch if you need an additional copy of this form
File Your Simple Taxes Free
We want to make filing your Simple tax return free and easy. UFirst members can use Intuit TurboTax to file Federal and State tax forms free of charge. Learn more or file your tax forms here.
Find more information about IRS forms and instructions here.
Direct Deposit Your Refund
There is no need to wait for a refund check to come in the mail. You can have your refund deposited automatically into your UFirst account. No matter how you file your taxes, you will need the following information to have your refund deposited directly:
- Our routing number which is 324079416
- Your account number
Constantly checking your account for your refund is a thing of the past. You can set up an alert that will notify you as soon as your refund hits your account. To set up an alert and choose a delivery method, login to Mobile Banking, click Settings, then Alerts.
Smart Ways to Use Your Tax Refund
There are many options for using your tax refund. It can be used as a down payment on a new car, maybe take a vacation, or view it as a bonus! Tax refunds are also a chance to reach some financial goals such as creating an emergency savings account, paying off a credit card, or saving for retirement.
Here are some ideas for your tax return:
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Create an Emergency Fund
If the recent past has taught us anything, it’s that life is unpredictable. You don’t know when a medical emergency, car repair, or job loss might occur. Emergency funds are a safety net for you and your family. The general rule of thumb is to keep three to six months of expenses in an account. You also want to keep your emergency fund in a liquid account such as a Savings Account or Money Market Account.
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Pay Down Debt
Credit card or other loan debts can be stressful. Using your refund to pay down debt can help relieve some of that financial burden.
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Grow Your Wealth
Put your refund to work for you with a UFirst Certificate account. Our certificates offer competitive payout rates and a variety of terms and options. Learn more about our certificate products here, like our U Save Account that enables you to add to your savings at any time, or stop by your local neighborhood branch for more info.