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To make the most of the services offered by the Federal Government and the State of Oregon, it is important to create accounts with the agencies that will best serve you. Creating an account with the United States Postal Service (USPS) Informed Delivery service can help you keep track of your mail and packages. Social Security provides benefits for those who are retired or have disabilities. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) account is used to file taxes and access other tax information. Login.gov allows federal agencies to share resources and provide a single login for multiple services. Finally, the Oregon Department of Revenue (DOR) account provides access to services such as filing taxes and paying bills.

Let's take a closer look at each of these important government accounts.

United States Postal Service (USPS) Informed Delivery

The United States Postal Service (USPS) Informed Delivery service is a free service that allows users to view images of incoming mail and track packages in one place. This can be a valuable tool for keeping track of bills, credit card statements, and other important documents.

To sign up for USPS Informed Delivery, you will need to provide your name, address, and date of birth. You will also need to create a username and password.

Social Security Administration

The Social Security Administration provides benefits for those who are retired or have disabilities. To create an account, you will need to provide your name, date of birth, Social Security number, mailing address, email address, and phone number. You will also need to create a username and password. Once you have created an account, you will be able to manage your benefits and view your earnings history.

Internal Revenue Service (IRS)

The IRS account is a secure way to file your taxes and access other important tax information. To sign up for an account, you will need to provide some basic information, including your name, Social Security number, date of birth, mailing address, email address, and phone number. You will also need to create a username and password.

Once you have created an IRS account, you will be able to file your taxes online as well as access other important tax information. This includes refunds, payment options, and tax records. An IRS account is a great way to stay on top of your taxes and ensure you get the most accurate information.

Login.gov

Login.gov is a website that allows federal agencies to share resources and provide a single login for multiple services. Some of these essential services include TSA PreCheck and Global Entry, Federal jobs (USAJOBS), Small business loans and disaster assistance, and much more. To create a Login.gov account, you will need to provide your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address. You will also need to create a username and password as well as answer some security questions.

Once you have created an account on Login.gov, you will be able to select which federal agencies you would like to use with your login credentials. The website is secure and easy to use, and it can save you time by eliminating the need to manage multiple login credentials for different federal agencies.

If you work with or interact with multiple federal agencies, Login.gov can be a helpful tool for streamlining your online experience.

Oregon Department of Revenue (DOR)

The Oregon Department of Revenue offers online services for filing and paying Oregon taxes, checking the status of your refund, requesting an extension, updating your contact information, etc. As a resident of Oregon, setting up an account with the Department of Revenue is a good way to keep track of your state taxes and ensure that you are up-to-date on your payments. The process is simple and only takes a few minutes. Having an account with the Oregon Department of Revenue is a convenient way to manage your state taxes from the comfort of your own home.

Conclusion

There are a variety of different government accounts that you can create in order to manage your finances, your identity, and your taxes. While it may seem like a tedious process to keep track of yet another username and password, these accounts are essential to ensuring that everything stays organized and up-to-date. So take the time today to create accounts with USPS Informed Delivery, Social Security, IRS, Login.gov, and the Oregon Department of Revenue—you'll be glad you did!

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