IRS shouldn’t rush to digitize tax documents, paper makers say

Published March 17, 2017 12:00am ET



In a town populated with citizens whose phone is more of an appendage than an accessory, it may be difficult to believe that digital isn’t always the preferred method of receiving information, especially during tax season. Millennials – those who are 18 to 34 years old – are more likely than any other age group to file a paper tax return, according to a survey from NerdWallet.

The survey found that 80 percent of millennial taxpayers are worried about making a mistake on their taxes. The tax code is complicated and can be confusing for anyone and many Americans prefer to have hard copies of transactions. Not to mention, many people have concerns about online security, especially in the wake of recent high-profile cyber hacks.

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