Get the free Form 4970

This form is used by beneficiaries of certain domestic trusts to calculate the partial tax on accumulation distributions under section 667.

How to fill out form 4970

How to fill out Form 4970

1. Obtain Form 4970 from the IRS website or a local IRS office.
2. Fill in your name, address, and Social Security number at the top of the form.
3. Indicate the date of the distribution and the amount you received.
4. Specify the type of distribution (e.g., from an IRA, 401(k), etc.).
5. Calculate the taxable portion of the distribution if applicable.
6. Review all entries for accuracy and completeness.
7. Sign and date the form at the bottom.
8. Submit the completed form to the IRS along with your tax return.

Who needs Form 4970?

1. Individuals who have received distributions from retirement plans and need to report them for tax purposes.
2. Beneficiaries of inherited retirement accounts may also need to use Form 4970 to report taxable distributions.

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What is form 4970 used for?

A beneficiary of certain domestic trusts (see Who Must File below) uses Form 4970 to figure the partial tax on accumulation distributions under section 667. The fiduciary notifies the beneficiary of an “accumulation distribution” by completing Part IV of Schedule J (Form 1041).

For pdfFiller’s FAQs

What is Form 4970?

Form 4970 is a tax form used to report the distribution of a deceased individual's retirement plan benefits to beneficiaries.

Who is required to file Form 4970?

Form 4970 must be filed by the beneficiary of the retirement account who receives the distribution after the account holder's death.

How to fill out Form 4970?

To fill out Form 4970, you need to provide information such as the deceased individual’s name, Social Security number, the amount received, and the beneficiary’s details, along with any applicable tax information.

What is the purpose of Form 4970?

The purpose of Form 4970 is to report and calculate any taxes owed on distributions received by a beneficiary from a deceased person's retirement accounts.

What information must be reported on Form 4970?

Form 4970 requires reporting information like the deceased individual's personal details, account details, the total distribution amount, and tax information related to that distribution.