How to open an IRS online account (and why do I need one)?

The IRS online account allows you to access your individual account information including balance, payments, tax records and more. It offers a myriad of benefits, enhancing the efficiency and convenience of managing your tax-related affairs.

Here are some of the key benefits of the IRS online account:

• Easy access to your Tax records.
• Ability to make and view past payments
• Create and view payment plans
• View the tax balance you owe, and breakdown by tax year
• Download documents needed for your coming tax return 

How to open an IRS online account ?

1. Have your photo identification ready
2. Go to the IRS website
3. Click "sign in to your online account"
4. Click "create a new account"
5. Follow the steps by step instructions