What are the requirements to use a 1040-EZ when filing your tax return?
What are the requirements to use a 1040-EZ when filing your tax return?
You could use Form 1040-EZ if all of the following apply:
- You are filing as single or married filing jointly.
- Your taxable income is less than $100,000.
- You don’t claim any dependents.
- You don’t itemize deductions.
Can you still use 1040-EZ?
The Form 1040EZ no longer exists for use by taxpayers, but previous EZ filers may still qualify for a “simple return.” With the new system in place, the shorter Forms 1040EZ and 1040A became unnecessary, but the same type of filers may still qualify to file “simple returns.”
What is the benefit of filing form 1040?
The 1040 income section asks the filer to report wages, salary, taxable interest, capital gains, pensions, Social Security benefits, and other types of income. It also allows filers to claim the new higher standard deduction introduced with the Tax and Job Cuts Act.
How much income do I need to file a 1040?
Single: If you are single and under the age of 65, the minimum amount of annual gross income you can make that requires filing a tax return is $12,200. If you’re 65 or older and plan on filing single, that minimum goes up to $13,850.
What are the instructions for the 1040-EZ?
Instructions for Form 1040-EZ, Income Tax Return for Single and Joint Filers With No Dependents
What are the instructions for 1040 for 2009?
Page 1 of 104 of Instructions 1040 7:56 – 17-NOV-2009 The type and rule above prints on all proofs including departmental reproduction proofs. MUST be removed before printing. 1040 INSTRUCTIONS CREDIT FOR NONBUSINESS ENERGY PROPERTY You may be able to take this credit for certain energy-saving improvements to your main home. 2009
What kind of tax forms do I need for 2009?
Must use to itemize your deductions, such as mortgage interest and property tax payments. If you could not use the 1040EZ or 1040A, you must use this form. Business, investing, or items requiring advanced schedules must use the 1040. See the instruction book for more details. 2009 income tax forms above are in PDF file format.
What should be printed on page 4 of 1040?
Page 4 of 104 of Instructions 1040 7:56 – 17-NOV-2009 The type and rule above prints on all proofs including departmental reproduction proofs. MUST be removed before printing. IRS Customer Service Standards At the IRS, our goal is to continually improve the quality of our services.