Tax Season Is Here: What Documents to Prepare and Key IRS Dates

2026 Tax Season: Get Ready with Viera Services

January marks the beginning of the 2026 tax season, and it’s the perfect time to get organized, avoid mistakes, and secure the refund you deserve.

The IRS will officially open filing for the 2025 tax year on Monday, January 26, 2026. Preparing early helps you file without stress and take advantage of important credits and deductions.

Essential documents you need

1. Income forms (W-2 and 1099)

• Employees: You will receive a W-2 by January 31.

• Contractors and gig workers: (Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, Instacart, etc.) will receive 1099 forms. These are required to report your earnings correctly.

2. Identification number (ITIN or SSN) If you file with an ITIN, make sure it’s active. An expired ITIN can delay your return or your refund.

3. Proof of deductions and credits Keep receipts for:

• Medical and education expenses.

• Childcare.

• Student loan interest and charitable contributions.

4. Family information If you have dependents, prepare: full names, dates of birth, and valid SSN or ITIN.

Key IRS dates for 2026

• January 26, 2026: Official start of tax season.

• January 31, 2026: Deadline for employers to send W-2 and 1099 forms.

• April 15, 2026: Last day to file or request an extension.

Why preparing early matters

• Avoid last-minute stress: Waiting until March or April leads to avoidable mistakes.

• Better professional guidance: When your documents are ready early, our experts can review your case in-depth.

• Time to correct issues: Missing forms or expired ITINs can be resolved calmly when you start in January.

Maximize your refund with Viera Services

Don’t let tax season catch you off guard. At Viera Services, we help you:

• Organize your documents and identify your deductions.

• File correctly.

• Maximize your legal refund.

Phone: 770-287-7745 Locations: Gainesville, GA & Cornelia, GA Coverage: Nationwide in all 50 states.

Book your appointment today and experience a stress-free tax season.