Cat. No. 11327A Form 1040A 2015 Page 2 Tax credits 22 Enter the amount from line 21 adjusted gross income. This is your total tax. 40 Federal income tax withheld from Forms W-2 and 1099. 40 41 2015 estimated tax payments and amount applied from 2014 return. 42a Earned income credit EIC. 42a b Nontaxable combat pay election. 42b 43 Additional child tax credit. Attach Schedule 8812. 44 American opportunity credit from Form 8863 line 8. Form 1040A Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service...U*S* Individual Income Tax Return 99 IRS Use Only Do not write or staple in this space. Your first name and initial Last name OMB No* 1545-0074 Your social security number If a joint return spouse s first name and initial Spouse s social security number Home address number and street. If you have a P. O. box see instructions. Apt. no. City town or post office state and ZIP code. If you have a foreign address also complete spaces below see instructions. Foreign country name Filing status Check...only one box. Exemptions Make sure the SSN s above and on line 6c are correct. Presidential Election Campaign Check here if you or your spouse if filing jointly want 3 to go to this fund. Checking Foreign postal code a box below will not change your tax or refund. You Spouse Foreign province/state/county Single Head of household with qualifying person. See instructions. Married filing jointly even if only one had income If the qualifying person is a child but not your dependent enter this child...s name here. full name here. Qualifying widow er with dependent child see instructions Boxes 6a Yourself* If someone can claim you as a dependent do not check checked on box 6a* 6a and 6b No* of children b on 6c who 4 if child under c Dependents lived with If more than six dependents see instructions. 1 First name 2 Dependent s social security number relationship to you age 17 qualifying for child tax credit see you did not live with you due to divorce or separation see on 6c not entered above...Add numbers on lines above d Total number of exemptions claimed* Income Attach Form s W-2 here. Also 1099-R if tax was withheld. If you did not get a W-2 see Wages salaries tips etc* Attach Form s W-2. 8a 9a 11a Taxable interest. Attach Schedule B if required* Tax-exempt interest. Do not include on line 8a* 8b Ordinary dividends. Attach Schedule B if required* Qualified dividends see instructions. 9b Capital gain distributions see instructions. IRA 11b Taxable amount 12a Pensions and annuities....12a 11b 12b 13 Unemployment compensation and Alaska Permanent Fund dividends. 14a Social security benefits. 14a Educator expenses see instructions. IRA deduction see instructions. Student loan interest deduction see instructions. Subtract line 20 from line 15. This is your adjusted gross income. 14b Tuition and fees. Attach Form 8917. Add lines 16 through 19. These are your total adjustments. Adjusted gross For Disclosure Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice see separate instructions.
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What is IRS 1040-A?
IRS 1040-A is a simplified tax form previously used by U.S. taxpayers to report their individual income tax. It was available for taxpayers who met specific eligibility criteria, including income limits and standard deduction usage.
Who needs the form?
Taxpayers who had a total income of less than $100,000 and who claimed specific credits and deductions were eligible to use IRS 1040-A. This typically included individuals with wages, salaries, or pensions without complex tax situations or significant itemization needs.
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The IRS 1040-A consists of various sections including personal information, income sources, standard deductions, and tax credits. Key sections to fill out are the income section, where you will report wages, pensions, and interest income, and the deductions section where you claim the standard deduction.
What information do you need when you file the form?
When preparing to file IRS 1040-A, you will need personal identifying information such as Social Security numbers, W-2 forms, or 1099 forms that report various types of income. Additionally, documentation for any credits or deductions you plan to claim is necessary for accuracy and compliance.
Where do I send the form?
Where to send IRS 1040-A depends on your location and whether you are enclosing a payment. Generally, the mailing addresses are listed in the form's instructions, and it's important to match the correct address to ensure timely and proper processing by the IRS.
What is the purpose of this form?
The purpose of IRS 1040-A is to allow eligible taxpayers to file their income tax returns more easily than with the standard 1040 form. This form provides a streamlined process suited for those with straightforward tax situations, enabling faster processing and refunds.
When am I exempt from filling out this form?
You are exempt from filing IRS 1040-A if your income is below the filing threshold, or if you qualify for another filing status that does not require tax filing, such as being claimed as a dependent without sufficient income. Additionally, certain individuals who owe no tax or meet specific criteria may also be exempt.
What are the penalties for not issuing the form?
Failure to file IRS 1040-A when required can result in penalties from the IRS, including a failure-to-file penalty and a failure-to-pay penalty. These penalties can accumulate over time, leading to a larger tax bill and interest on owed taxes, making it crucial to file even if you cannot pay your tax in full.
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IRS 1040-A can be filed with additional schedules or forms if you are claiming specific deductions or credits. Common attachments may include Schedule A for itemized deductions or Schedule B for interest and ordinary dividends if required by your tax situation.
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If you discover an error after filing your IRS 1040-A, you can file an amended return using Form 1040-X. Be sure to highlight the corrections and clearly explain the reasons for the changes. It's crucial to submit the amendment as soon as the mistake is noticed to avoid potential penalties.
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To check the status of your filed IRS 1040-A, visit the IRS 'Where's My Refund?' tool online. You'll need to enter your Social Security number, filing status, and the exact amount of your expected refund. This will provide you with the latest updates on your return's processing status.
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