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 tax document that outlines the eligibility requirements for claiming a variety of tax benefits, including the standard deduction and filing thresholds. The publication also explains the definitions of qualifying dependents, which can help taxpayers maximize their deductions.
What is the purpose of this form?
The purpose of IRS Publication 501 is to inform taxpayers about their eligibility for tax benefits based on their filing status and dependents. It aims to provide clarity on who qualifies for different kinds of deductions and exemptions to assist in accurate tax filing.
Who needs the form?
Taxpayers who are considering claiming the standard deduction or who have dependents should refer to IRS Publication 501. This includes individuals filing individually, married couples filing jointly, and heads of households. Understanding this publication is crucial for anyone aiming to accurately complete their tax returns.
When am I exempt from filling out this form?
You may be exempt from filling out IRS Publication 501 if your income falls below the filing threshold or if you do not have any dependents to claim. In cases where your tax situation is straightforward and does not involve claiming deductions or credits, the information in this publication may not be necessary.
Components of the form
The components of IRS Publication 501 include sections detailing the filing status, the definition of dependents, eligibility for the standard deduction, and other potential deductions. Understanding each section is essential for optimizing tax benefits.
What are the penalties for not issuing the form?
Failing to issue the necessary documentation related to IRS Publication 501 can result in penalties imposed by the IRS. This may include fines or delays in processing your tax return, which can affect your tax refund status. It's important to ensure compliance to avoid any issues.
What information do you need when you file the form?
When filing IRS Publication 501, you will need personal information such as your Social Security number, your dependent's information (if applicable), and details about your filing status. Make sure to have accurate records of income and any deductions you plan to claim.
Is the form accompanied by other forms?
IRS Publication 501 may not necessarily be submitted with other forms but contains vital information that may be relevant when completing your main tax return forms, such as Form 1040. Referencing it ensures accuracy in claims for deductions and dependents.
Where do I send the form?
IRS Publication 501 does not need to be submitted separately; instead, its information should be used when filing your federal tax return. Ensure your tax return is sent to the appropriate IRS address based on your state and the type of return filed.
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