Publication 501 Contents Dependents Standard Deduction and Filing Information What s New Cat. No. 15000U Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service For use in preparing 2018 Returns. 1 Reminders. 1 Introduction. 2 Who Must File. 2 Who Should File Filing Status. 5 Dependents. 10 Social Security Numbers for Standard Deduction. 22 2018 Standard Deduction Tables. 23 How To Get Tax Help Index. 25 Who must file. In some cases the amount of income you can receive before you must file a tax...return has increased* Table 1 shows the filing requirements for most taxpayers. Personal exemption suspended* For 2018 you can t claim a personal exemption deduction for yourself your spouse or your dependents. their deductions on Schedule A of Form 1040 is higher for 2018 than it was for 2017. The amount depends on your filing status. You can use the 2018 Standard Deduction Tables near the end of this publication to figure your standard deduction* Forms 1040A and 1040EZ no longer available....Forms 1040A and 1040EZ aren t available to file your 2018 taxes. If you used one of those forms in the past you will now file Form 1040. Reminders Future developments. Information about any as legislation enacted after we release it will be posted at IRS*gov/Pub501. Get forms and other information faster and easier at IRS*gov English IRS*gov/Spanish Espa ol IRS*gov/Chinese Dec 31 2018 IRS*gov/Korean IRS*gov/Russian P IRS*gov/Vietnamese Ti ngVi t Taxpayer identification number for aliens....If you are a nonresident or resident alien and you don t have and aren t eligible to get a social security number SSN you must apply for an individual taxpayer identification number ITIN. Your spouse also may need an ITIN if he or she doesn t have and isn t eligible to get an SSN* See Form W-7 Application for IRS Individual Photographs of missing children* The Internal Revenue Service is a proud partner with the National Center for Missing Exploited Table 1. 2018 Filing Requirements Chart for...Most Taxpayers THEN file a return if your gross income was at least. IF your filing status is. AND at the end of 2018 you were. single under 65 12 000 65 or older 13 600 18 000 19 600 under 65 both spouses 24 000 65 or older one spouse 25 300 65 or older both spouses 26 600 head of household married filing jointly any age qualifying widow er If you were born before January 2 1954 you re considered to be 65 or older at the end of 2018. If your spouse died in 2018 see Death of spouse later. If you...re preparing a return for someone who died in 2018 see Death of taxpayer later. Gross income means all income you receive in the form of money goods property and services that isn t exempt from tax including any income from sources outside the United States or from the sale of your main home even if you can exclude part or all of it. Don t include any social security benefits unless a you re married filing a separate return and you lived with your spouse at any time during 2018 or b one-half of...your social security benefits plus your other gross income and any tax-exempt interest is more than 25 000 32 000 if married filing jointly.
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What is IRS Publication 501?
IRS Publication 501 is a resource provided by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) that outlines the various filing requirements and eligibility criteria for claiming exemptions and deductions on tax returns. This publication is important for individuals and families seeking to understand their filing obligations and benefits as taxpayers.
What is the purpose of this form?
The purpose of IRS Publication 501 is to assist taxpayers in determining their filing status, exemptions, and the eligibility criteria for various tax benefits. It provides vital information regarding the definitions used by the IRS, ensuring that individuals can accurately report their taxes and maximize their entitlement to deductions.
Who needs the form?
IRS Publication 501 is essential for U.S. taxpayers, particularly those who need clarification on their filing status or wish to claim dependents. Taxpayers who are unsure about their eligibility for specific deductions should consult this publication to ascertain their responsibilities and potential benefits.
When am I exempt from filling out this form?
Taxpayers may be exempt from filling out IRS Publication 501 if they do not wish to claim any exemptions or if their income falls below a certain threshold set by the IRS. Additionally, those using a standard deduction without complex circumstances may not require details outlined in the publication.
Components of the form
IRS Publication 501 comprises several key components, including sections on filing status, exemptions, and qualifying dependents. Each section is designed to clarify the requirements and guidelines necessary for accurate tax filing, aiding taxpayers in understanding their specific circumstances.
What are the penalties for not issuing the form?
Failure to comply with IRS guidelines outlined in Publication 501 can lead to substantial penalties, including fines and increased tax liability. Taxpayers may also face delays in processing their returns if the form is not properly completed or filed within the required deadlines.
What information do you need when you file the form?
When filing with IRS Publication 501, you need to provide various pieces of information, including your Social Security number (SSN), income details, and any information about dependents. Accurate records, such as W-2 forms and prior year's tax returns, can help ensure the form is filled out correctly.
Is the form accompanied by other forms?
IRS Publication 501 is not typically submitted on its own but may accompany other forms, such as the IRS Form 1040 or 1040-SR during the filing process. Understanding the interplay between these forms can be crucial for achieving an accurate and compliant tax return.
Where do I send the form?
The completed IRS Publication 501 does not need to be submitted independently. Instead, it should accompany your main tax return. Depending on your filing method, you may need to send your tax return to the address specified by the IRS for your state or file electronically using approved software.
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