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Form 945 is a tax form used by employers to report income tax withheld on non-payroll payments. This includes tax withheld from backup withholding, pensions, annuities, IRAs, gambling winnings, and other miscellaneous sources of income. The form is filed annually and provides the IRS with information about the amount of tax withheld by the employer throughout the year.
Who is required to file form 945?
Form 945 is used by employers who withhold federal income tax from non-payroll payments, such as pensions, annuities, and various other types of income. Therefore, employers who make these types of payments are required to file Form 945.
How to fill out form 945?
To fill out Form 945, follow these steps:
1. Provide the necessary identifying information at the top of the form. This includes your name, address, employer identification number (EIN), and the tax period you are filing for.
2. Check the appropriate box indicating the type of return you are filing – either an original return, an amended return, or a final return.
3. Enter the total federal income tax withheld from nonpayroll payments, such as backup withholding, gambling winnings, etc. This should include any taxes withheld from interest, dividends, and other miscellaneous income.
4. Report the total liability for the current quarter's nonpayroll taxes. Include the additional taxes like backup withholding, gambling winnings, etc., incurred during the quarter.
5. Calculate the total deposits made for the quarter, including any deposits made timely or through special arrangements with the IRS.
6. Determine if you have any overpayments or underpayments from previous quarters and adjust those amounts accordingly. You may also have made an overpayment if you filed an amended return for any previous quarters.
7. Calculate the total amount due or overpaid for the quarter. If you have a balance due, be sure to include payment along with the form.
8. Fill in the contact information in case of any questions regarding your form.
9. Finally, review the information provided, sign and date the form, and send it to the appropriate IRS office.
Remember to keep a copy of the filled-out form for your records. It is advisable to consult a tax professional or refer to the IRS instructions for further guidance while filling out Form 945.
What is the purpose of form 945?
Form 945, also known as the Annual Return of Withheld Federal Income Tax, is used by employers who withhold federal income tax from non-payroll payments. The purpose of this form is to report the amount of federal income tax withheld and deposited for the year, including backup withholding for various types of payments such as pensions, annuities, gambling winnings, and other types of income. The information on Form 945 helps the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) reconcile the taxes withheld and deposited by the employer and ensures that the correct amount of tax has been reported and paid.
What information must be reported on form 945?
Form 945 is used to report the federal income tax withheld from nonpayroll payments. The following information must be reported on Form 945:
1. Employer identification number (EIN) or Social Security number (SSN)
2. Name and address of the employer
3. Total income tax withheld during the year from nonpayroll payments
4. Total backup withholding during the year
5. Total adjustments or corrections to previously reported nonpayroll payments
6. Total deposits made during the year
7. Balance due or overpayment
Additionally, the form requires the taxpayer's signature, date, and contact information. The form must be filed annually with the IRS by January 31st for the previous calendar year.
When is the deadline to file form 945 in 2023?
The deadline to file Form 945 in 2023 is January 31, 2023. This form is used to report federal income tax withheld from non-payroll payments made to payees such as backup withholding or gambling winnings. However, please note that tax deadlines and regulations can change, so it is always recommended to check with the IRS or a tax professional for the most up-to-date information.
What is the penalty for the late filing of form 945?
The penalty for the late filing of Form 945, which is the Annual Return of Withheld Federal Income Tax, is based on the number of days the filing is overdue.
If the filing is not done by the due date, the penalty is generally 2% of the amount of tax not paid by the due date for each month or partial month that the return is late, up to a maximum penalty of 25%.
However, if the filing is more than 60 days late, the minimum penalty is the lesser of $435 or the amount of tax that should have been reported on the return.
It is worth noting that if there is a reasonable cause for the late filing, the penalty may be waived.
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