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This memorandum advises that a taxpayer has withdrawn its Form 3115, which is an application to change its method of accounting. The memorandum discusses the implications of this withdrawal, including
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How to fill out Form 3115

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Gather necessary documentation related to the tax treatment changes you are requesting.
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Identify the specific section of the Internal Revenue Code under which you are filing the form.
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Complete the identification section on the first page of Form 3115 with your name, address, and taxpayer identification number.
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Indicate whether you are filing the form for a change in accounting method or another reason.
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Fill out the applicable sections providing detailed information on the previous accounting method and the new accounting method.
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Provide explanations for the change, including the reasons and the expected effects on taxable income.
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Review the form for accuracy and completeness, ensuring all required signatures and dates are included.
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Submit the completed Form 3115 with your income tax return for the year of change.

Who needs Form 3115?

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Taxpayers who need to change their accounting method for tax purposes.
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Businesses and individuals who have received approval to make a change in the recognition of income or expenses.
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Entities that have undergone a change in their operational structure affecting accounting practices, such as mergers or acquisitions.
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Once an incorrect accounting method has been used for two years, a Form 3115 is required to change accounting methods back to a correct method, or in this case, since not taking depreciation is incorrect, to begin taking depreciation.
For non-automatic change requests, you must file Form 3115 under the non-automatic change procedures during the tax year for which the change is requested, unless otherwise provided by published guidance.
Alternatively, Form 3115 may be submitted by secure electronic facsimile or encrypted electronic mail.
Form 3115 allows taxpayers to request approval from the IRS to change their accounting method. This change can include correcting depreciation errors for rental properties, transitioning to different depreciation methods or shifting between accrual and cash accounting methods.

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Form 3115 is a form used by taxpayers to request a change in accounting method or to make a late election regarding accounting methods.
Taxpayers who wish to change their accounting method for tax purposes are required to file Form 3115. This includes corporations, partnerships, and sole proprietors.
To fill out Form 3115, taxpayers must provide information about the current and desired accounting methods, explain the reason for the change, and attach relevant supporting documentation as required.
The purpose of Form 3115 is to formally request permission from the IRS to change accounting methods or to make certain late elections related to accounting practices.
Form 3115 requires taxpayers to report information such as their name, address, tax identification number, current accounting method, and the method they intend to adopt, along with any necessary explanations and supporting details.
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