Make sure that you have all your papers in order and all the information and documents you need are available. Make copies of if you must.
If you do not know how to do your own taxes, you can always ask help from anyone you are sure that is capable. If you have an accountant, ask them to help you.
Get the necessary form – this can be filled in by hand or electronically. If you have children, make sure that you have their social security card. If you are divorced and there is an issue on who can claim the children, then leave these fields blank. Always check and double check the form that you have correctly filled them out.
Wait patiently. While waiting for the extra money, make sure that you do not go spending or using your credit card like crazy. Do not count your chickens when all you have are eggs.
Make a sound solid financial decision when you get your money. Instead of spending this, deposit it to your savings account.
