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How to fill out 2016 individual income tax

1. Gather all relevant financial documents such as W-2 forms, 1099 forms, and any other income statements for the year 2016.
2. Determine your filing status. You can choose from options such as single, married filing jointly, married filing separately, or head of household.
3. Calculate your total income for the year 2016 by adding up all your sources of income, including wages, investment income, and self-employment income.
4. Deduct any applicable adjustments to your income, such as student loan interest, self-employed health insurance, or IRA contributions.
5. Decide whether to take the standard deduction or itemize your deductions. Itemizing deductions involves listing individual deductible expenses such as mortgage interest, state and local taxes, and charitable contributions.
6. Subtract your deductions and exemptions from your total income to arrive at your taxable income.
7. Refer to the appropriate tax brackets and rates for 2016 to determine your federal income tax liability. Calculate your tax using the tax tables or tax software.
8. Consider any tax credits for which you may qualify, such as the child tax credit or the earned income credit.
9. Make sure to complete all necessary forms, including Form 1040 or Form 1040A, and any supporting schedules or additional forms required for your specific situation.
10. Double-check all calculations and review the completed tax return for accuracy before filing it with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

Who needs 2016 individual income tax?

1. Anyone who earned income in the year 2016 may need to file a 2016 individual income tax return.
2. Individuals whose income exceeds the minimum filing requirements set by the IRS for that tax year need to file a 2016 individual income tax return.
3. Self-employed individuals and freelancers who earned more than a certain threshold must file a 2016 individual income tax return.
4. Individuals who received advance premium tax credits through the health insurance marketplace in 2016 are required to file a 2016 individual income tax return.
5. If you had taxes withheld from your paycheck but are not required to file a return based on your income, you may still want to file a tax return to claim a refund.

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What is individual income tax return?

Individual income tax return is a form that individuals use to report their income, deductions, and credits to determine their tax liability or refund.

Who is required to file individual income tax return?

Individuals who earn income above a certain threshold set by the government are required to file an individual income tax return.

How to fill out individual income tax return?

Individuals can fill out their individual income tax return by gathering all relevant financial documents such as W-2 forms, receipts for deductions, and any other income or expense records.

What is the purpose of individual income tax return?

The purpose of individual income tax return is for individuals to report their income to the government and calculate how much tax they owe or are owed in refunds.

What information must be reported on individual income tax return?

Information that must be reported on individual income tax return includes income from all sources, deductions, credits, and any other relevant financial information.