← 12 Financial New Year’s Resolutions for 2012

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By Elayne Fluker | Published December 21, 2011 | Full size is 620 × 480 pixels

8. File your taxes early Speaking of taxes, make a pledge to yourself to get your income taxes filed early this year. That way you avoid the last-minute stress of the April tax-filing deadline. Early filing means you will also get any tax refund due you much sooner. The Internal Revenue Service recommends e-filing as the speediest, most efficient way to process your tax return. You can learn more about filing a tax return electronically, including whether or not your income qualifies you for free filing, at IRS.gov.

8. File your taxes early

Speaking of taxes, make a pledge to yourself to get your…