Tax day is fast approaching and if you’re like me you still need to file yours. There are a few green practices you can implement while going through the process of getting your green back from the government. If you have a simple, straightforward return you should consider filing your own taxes on line. Even if your return is complicated there are programs that will guide you through the filing stages step by step. Most on line services are free, so you’re already saving some green. Of course the other benefit is you do not need to drive to an accountants office, saving gas and preventing emissions. The other main green practice to utilize while filing your taxes is to have the treasury department deposit your return directly into your bank accountant, saving time and paper (the obvious green benefit). Saving time is also an important green philosophy, and one that is frequently overlooked or not even considered. Another term for saving time is efficiency. Anytime you can be more efficient, your actions usually result in increased productivity. Increased productivity means more money- either made or saved. The more money saved or earned the sooner those monies go back into the economy, keeping that cycle humming along. A healthy, thriving economy is absolutely a goal of green advocates. Spending money wisely results in more disposable “play money”. Play money goes towards products and activities that keep our spirits high and our communities vibrant. Without getting too philosophical, the happier a society, the more productive it is. A productive community is a healthy, green community. Go get your $reen- but do it wiselyJ!
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