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E-TAX (tm) 1993
5400 Lakewood Road
Ravenna, Ohio 44266-9511
Voice: (216) 296-4446 (GIGO)
(216) 296-4446 Computer managed 24 phone/data/fax service
1-800-521-2881 Toll-free in Ohio
(216) 297-1332 Voice messages/Fax
(216) 296-4446 Data 8 pm - 8 am
INTRODUCTION
INCOME TAX RETURNS EXPECTED TO BE PAPERLESS BY THE END OF THE 90s
In 1992 approximately 115 million personal income tax returns were
filed. Over 11 million of these returns were electronically filed. IRS
forecasters are predicting that almost all tax returns will be paperless
by the end of the 90s. What does that mean? It means that taxpayers
will file their income tax via electronic transmission to the IRS
through accepted transmitters. These transmitters have special approved
software that checks each return for accuracy.
Benefits to taxpayers?
1. Faster refunds for taxpayers,
2. Direct deposits into checking or savings accounts,
3. Taxpayers may qualify for Refund Anticipation Loans and have
money within days, and
4. Taxpayers receive notification that returns have been filed.
Most tax schedules and tax forms qualify for electronic filing. In
fact, approximately 97% of all taxpayers would qualify for electronic
filing.
ABOUT E-TAX (tm)
E-TAX (tm) is a organization comprised of computer experts, BBS Sysop's,
IRS Approved Tax preparers, Data entry operators, and IRS approved Tax
Transmitters. The goal of E-TAX (tm) is to offer taxpayers, every
electronic method of filing returns available, for a faster refund.
It is now possible for anyone to file their taxes ELECTRONICALLY!
E-TAX (tm) developed a plan by which anyone can file their taxes.
This plan has been approved by the I.R.S. for E-TAX (tm). Filing methods
options include:
1. With existing software ie: Turbo Tax (tm) can be uploaded to our
computers for conversion into a format that the IRS can use,
2. by Fax (216) 297-1332 24 hours 7 days, or (216) 296-4446,
then 3#,
3. or the Electronic-Tax BBS (216) 294-4446, then 4#,
4. By U.S. Mail, preferably overnight mail,
We can NOT transmit FAX or DATA filings until we have all necessary
completed and signed forms in our possession. By transmitting via FAX or
Data, it allows us to expedite the data entry processing toward the IRS
transmission.
Taxpayers can call or go to a BBS participating in the E-TAX (tm) "Drop-Off
Collection Point" program, and drop-off or upload their completed tax returns,
or call E-TAX (tm) directly at (216) 296-4446 or
Toll-free in Ohio 1-800-521-2881 for details,
pay a fee and have their income tax returns electronically filed
directly to the IRS. This streamlines the IRS procedures, eliminating
most of the steps the IRS must do to process tax returns. This new
process enables you to receive your tax refund much faster.
See your refund fast with E-TAX (tm) electronic income tax filing
Take advantage of electronic income tax filing at a BBS participating in
the E-TAX (tm) collection point program near you or directly to E-TAX (tm) and
you'll see your tax refund FAST! E-TAX (tm) is the fast and safe way to file
your income tax. For only $30.00 you can have your income tax refund in
as little as two weeks, or even faster with a Refund Anticipation Loan
(RAL), for an additional $40 bank fee!
What is E-TAX (tm) Electronic Filing?
Electronic filing is a method by which a taxpayer's income tax return is
transmitted directly to the IRS by computer.
What are the advantages?
1. Faster refunds--It takes about two weeks for a direct deposit to get
to your financial institution, so you start earning interest much
sooner. If you choose to have your refund mailed to your home, it takes
slightly longer
2. Fewer errors--The computer program validates your return to protect
against mathematical and format errors before sending it to the IRS.
3. Peace of mind--You have the assurance of knowing your return has
been filed. It won't get lost in the mail.
What does it cost?
The cost for this fantastic service is only $30.00-much less then you'll
find at most other places
Here's a way to get your refund within a couple of days of filing...
Should you want your refund even faster, you can take advantage of our
Refund Anticipation Loan. We'll give you the amount of your anticipated
refund (up to $1,500) right away. When your refund arrives at your
financial institution, the money will be used to repay your Refund
Anticipation Loan. Qualified borrowers may take advantage of this
special loan program at a low 12% APR simple interest--a rate much lower
than that charged by other financial institutions or tax preparers.
ADDITIONAL E-TAX (tm) INFORMATION
E-TAX (tm) DELIVERY METHODS:
*FAX: (216) 297-1332, or 296-4446 then 3#, before end of message
*DATA: (216) 296-4446 then 4#, before end of message
MAIL: E-TAX (tm), 5400 Lakewood Road, Ravenna, Ohio 44266-9511
PERSONAL DELIVERY: At the BBS "DROP-OFF COLLECTION POINT" where you got
your KIT
*By offering transfers via data or fax, it allows us to enter the
necessary information in preparation for transmittal to the IRS. We
MUST HAVE in our possession ALL necessary SIGNED and ORIGINAL FORMS
before we can transmit to the IRS!
SOFTWARE TAX PROGRAMS:
If you have prepared your own taxes through TURBO TAX, or another
popular computer program, we offer a 95% rate of successful conversion
for electronic transmission to the IRS. We also, offer a $5.00 discount
in addition to any one other discount, since you have eliminated one of
our steps in processing.
FORM ASSISTANCE:
E-TAX (tm) can assist in completing the 8453, Santa Barbara Bank and Trust,
and other electronic forms. E-TAX (tm), can NOT assist in preparing your
tax forms. If you need assistance in completing your IRS TAX FORMS, give
us a call and we will refer you to a TAX PREPARER approved by the IRS
that offers electronic filings through E-TAX (tm).
Forms within in this E-TAX93.arj file include:
E-TAX93.DOC...........This file you are reading
COUPON.REF............$5 REFERRAL REBATE COUPON
8453PCX.ARJ...........IRS Electonic filing form - PCX GRAPHICS
8453RAL.ARJ...........IRS Electonic filing form (RAL) PCX GRAPHICS
KITINSTR.DOC..........Kit Instructions
KITCOVER.LET..........E-TAX (tm) cover letter to users
Convert these to MAC graphic files, go to Kinko's Copies then print them
out on their laser printer. The IRS will NOT accept dot matrix forms.
If you have a non-IBM computer standard, no graphics conversion
utilities, no nearby Kinko's Copy Center, no laser printer, or just wish
to work with our specially designed ELECTRONIC FILING KIT, you will need
contact E-TAX (tm) and request one.
TO REQUEST AN ELECTRONIC FILING KIT CONTACT E-TAX (tm) via FAX, DATA, or
VOICE. One will be mailed to you promptly.
THE FASTEST POSSIBLE REFUND:
Western Union! It is possible to have the Santa Barbara Bank and Trust
send your (RAL) via Western Union. The Santa Barbara Bank and Trust
processes Western Union returns separately and offers a courier service
every two hours directly to Western Union. We are told to allow about
12 hours to 2 days for this method of transfer. Western Union charges a
$14.95 flat rate regardless of the amount transferred, for the IRS tax
refund program.
DIRECT DEPOSITS:
The IRS issues refund checks once a week! The cut-off each week is
TUESDAYS at MIDNIGHT. The E-TAX (tm) cut-off time is TUESDAY 10 PM!
Processing of DIRECT DEPOSITS occur 7 days weekly. E-TAX (tm) has
extended office hours throughout the tax season, so do yourself a favor
and get those DIRECT DEPOSIT filings into our office early. There can NOT
be any charge for DIRECT DEPOSIT filings, by anyone according to IRS
regulations.
TIMELY ELECTRONIC TRANSMISSIONS:
E-TAX (tm) has no restrictions on how often we make connection with the
IRS computers. The E-TAX (tm) computers are set to call no less then
every hour automatically. Of course, we manually call after data entry
of each RAL account, for even faster processing!
ERRORS:
IN THE EVENT WE DISCOVER AN ERROR ON YOUR TAX FORMS, YOU WILL BE
NOTIFIED IMMEDIATELY! E-TAX (tm) COMPUTERS ARE DESIGNED TO FIND ERRORS
BEFORE THEY GET TO THE IRS! ELECTRONIC FILINGS HAVE THE HIGHEST DEGREE
OF ACCURACY....
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Taxpayer: I was thinking of using Tele-TAX (tm). Isn't Tele-TAX (tm)
just as fast as E-TAX (tm) ELECTRONIC FILINGS?
E-TAX (tm): NO, although Tele-TAX (tm) is faster then the old fashioned
paper method, the IRS still has to mail forms for you to
complete, sign, and return to them. Even the IRS will NOT
process tax filings without possession of your signature!
With the E-TAX (tm) Electronic Filings, E-TAX (tm) actually
performs the data entry and computer verification process
for the IRS, eliminating that step of their processing.
E-TAX (tm) can NOT transmit to the IRS without signed
forms, we can however prepare for transmission, entering
all data, and performing the computer verification.
When the transmission does occur to the IRS, Electronic
filings are processed immediately, since we did all the
data entry & verification for the IRS, according to the IRS
set standards.
E-TAX (tm) Electronic Filings are simply the fastest method
of getting your refund!
Taxpayer: What does the (tm) mean?
E-TAX (tm): (tm) in ascii format means Trademark. Trademarks are
registered with the government for protection of business
trade names or service marks (sm). Anyone, using a
registered trademark without authorized permission, can be
sued for damages and forced to quit any unauthorized use,
with government legal enforcement. E-TAX (tm) will also make
every effort to protect the E-TAX (tm) Trademark from
unauthorized usage!
Taxpayer: How do I file electronically with E-TAX (tm)?
E-TAX (tm): EASY, get a 9 by 12 inch Manila envelope, address it with
your address (on the upper left), address it to E-TAX (tm) (at
the center of the envelope), Write in BOLD LETTERS "E-TAX (tm)
FILING" on the lower left corner, ie:
1. Your name
Address
City, State, Zip
E-TAX (tm)
PROCESSING DEPT.
5400 Lakewood Road
Ravenna, Ohio 44266-9511
E-TAX (tm)
FILING DEPT.
or use the special envelope provided with the E-TAX (tm)
ELECTRONIC FILING KIT.
Note:
Please be careful not to let the ink bleed through the
envelope to ruin the forms, should you already have them
inside!
2. Obtain form 8453, complete it, sign it, and enclose it.
2(a). If you wish a RAL, call E-TAX (tm) for a RAL APPLICATION,
complete it, sign it, and enclose it.
3. Enclose a certified check, or money order for the
amount of $30.00. If you are applying for a RAL, $40 will
be deducted from your return. Also, if you are
transferring via Western Union, $14.95 will be deducted
from your refund.
4. Mail it to E-TAX (tm).
That's all there is to it!