One of the easiest ways to make sure you don't lose track of any of your wins is to create a spreadsheet of wins. To make this even easier, I've made the spreadsheet that I use myself available for free download. Here are instructions on how to download and use this spreadsheet.
- Download the Spreadsheet
To get started, click on this link to download the free prize spreadsheet.
- Open the Spreadsheet
Once the spreadsheet has finished downloading, open it. Note that this spreadsheet can be used with Microsoft Excel and compatible programs. If you don't have Microsoft Excel on your computer, Open Office is a free program that is compatible with Excel spreadsheets.
- Save the Prize Spreadsheet
Before continuing, it's a good idea to save the prize spreadsheet in an easy-to-find location on your computer.
- Add Each Prize to Your Spreadsheet
It's easiest to do this as you win each prize. After you receive notification, make filling out the prize spreadsheet the first thing you do (after hopping around and whooping with joy, of course). This ensures that you don't overlook anything.
- Using the Drop-Down Lists
I've added drop-down lists for some of the most commonly-used fields, like entry frequency. You can use these pre-filled answers by selecting them from the drop-down list, or just type in your preferred answer.
- Refer to Your Spreadsheet at Tax Time
When it's time to pay your taxes, all of the information you need to fill out the sweepstakes section of your tax forms will be right here.
If you have any questions or suggestions, visit the free prize spreadsheet thread in the Sweepstakes Forum to let me know what you think.
