Make-it-Monday: 7 Ways to Make Tax Season More Bearable

1. Plan ahead: I didn't follow this step very well last year - that's why I spent 4 hours counting-up my deductible mileage. No more! This year I have a handy mileage log, so whenever I drive for work purposes, I record it in here.

2. Get a cool file folder from Target: I'm no tax expert, but I've filed mine myself two years in a row, and the key is organization. For me, that means having an accordion folder with clearly defined sections to hold your receipts, contracts, and tax info from the year before.

My old one exploded, so I had to get a new one. It was only $8, and I love it. I did a little skipping when I found it.

I may never skip again.