Tax Prep Documents ChecklistThe documents you need for tax prep depend on your situation. To help you prepare for your tax appointment or for filing your own taxes, we’ve created a checklist to help you know what forms to bring. Show
Personal InformationTax Identification Numbers are mandatory items on your checklist. All taxpayers will need the following to do their taxes. Your social security number or tax ID number Your spouse’s full name, social security number or tax ID number, and date of birth Identity Protection PIN, if one has been issued to you, your spouse, or your dependent by the IRS Routing and account numbers to receive your refund by direct deposit or pay your balance due if you choose Dependent(s) InformationParents and caregivers should gather this information as they review what they need to file their taxes. Dates of birth and social security numbers or tax ID numbers Childcare records (including the provider's tax ID number) if applicable Income of dependents and of other adults in your home Form 8332 showing that the child’s custodial parent is releasing their right to claim a child to you, the noncustodial parent (if applicable) Sources of IncomeMany of these forms won’t be needed to file taxes every year. For example, you will only receive the investment forms you may need to file your taxes if you had distributions or other activity. UnemployedUnemployment (1099-G) Self-EmployedForms 1099, Schedules K-1, income records to verify amounts not reported on 1099-MISC or 1099-NEC Records of all expenses — check registers or credit card statements, and receipts Business-use asset information (cost, date placed in service, etc.) for depreciation Office in home information, if applicable Record of estimated tax payments made (Form 1040–ES) Rental IncomeRecords of income and expenses Rental asset information (cost, date placed in service, etc.) for depreciation Record of estimated tax payments made (Form 1040–ES)
Retirement IncomePension/IRA/annuity income (1099-R) Traditional IRA basis (i.e., amounts you contributed to the IRA that were already taxed) Social security/RRB income: SSA-1099, RRB-1099
Savings & Investments or DividendsInterest, dividend income (1099-INT, 1099-OID, 1099-DIV) Income from sales of stock or other property (1099-B, 1099-S) Dates of acquisition and records of your cost or other basis in property you sold (if basis is not reported on 1099-B) Health Savings Account and long-term care reimbursements (1099-SA or 1099-LTC) Expenses related to your investments Record of estimated tax payments made (Form 1040–ES) Transactions involving cryptocurrency (Virtual currency) Other Income & LossesPayment Card and Third Party Network Transactions - 1099-K Gambling income (W-2G or records showing income, as well as expense records) Jury duty records Hobby income and expenses Prizes and awards Trust income Royalty Income 1099–MISC Any other 1099s received Record of alimony paid/received with ex-spouse’s name and SSN State tax refund Types of DeductionsThe types of deductions you can take depend a lot on your life situation. It’s likely you won’t need all of the documents listed below for your taxes. Home OwnershipForms 1098 or other mortgage interest statements Real estate and personal property tax records Receipts for energy-saving home improvements (e.g., solar panels, solar water heater) All other 1098 series forms Charitable DonationsCash amounts donated to houses of worship, schools, other charitable organizations Records of non-cash charitable donations Amounts of miles driven for charitable or medical purposes Medical ExpensesAmounts paid for healthcare, insurance, and to doctors, dentists, and hospitals Amounts paid for qualified insurance premiums if paid outside of the Marketplace or an employer provided plan Health InsuranceForm 1095-A if you enrolled in an insurance plan through the Marketplace (Exchange) Childcare ExpensesFees paid to a licensed day care center or family day care for care of an infant or preschooler Amounts paid to a baby-sitter or provider care of your child under age 13 while you work Expenses paid through a dependent care flexible spending account at work Educational ExpensesForms 1098-T from educational institutions Receipts that itemize qualified educational expenses Records of any scholarships or fellowships you received Form 1098-E if you paid student loan interest K-12 Educator ExpensesReceipts for classroom expenses (for educators in grades K-12) State and Local TaxesAmount of state and local income or sales tax paid (other than wage withholding) Invoice showing amount of vehicle sales tax paid and / or personal property tax on vehicles Retirement & Other SavingsForm 5498-SA showing HSA contributions Form 5498 showing IRA contributions All other 5498 series forms (5498-QA, 5498-ESA) Federally Declared DisasterCity/county you lived/worked/had property in Records to support property losses (appraisal, clean-up costs, etc.) Records of rebuilding/repair costs Insurance reimbursements/claims to be paid FEMA assistance information Check the FEMA website to see if your county has been declared a federal disaster area Get tax help — however you need it.Do your own taxes any time, anywhere, on any device. Questions? Our on-demand tax experts can help.
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How do I know if I'm required to file taxes?A tax return is necessary when their earned income is more than their standard deduction. The standard deduction for single dependents who are under age 65 and not blind is the greater of: $1,150 in 2022.
What can happen if I don't do my taxes?We calculate the Failure to File Penalty in this way: The Failure to File Penalty is 5% of the unpaid taxes for each month or part of a month that a tax return is late. The penalty won't exceed 25% of your unpaid taxes.
Do taxes need to be done?Most U.S. citizens – and permanent residents who work in the United States – need to file a tax return if they make more than a certain amount for the year. You may want to file even if you make less than that amount, because you may get money back if you file.
What happens if you don't file taxes Netherlands?If you submit your tax return too late or not at all, the Tax and Customs Administration will impose a fine. Before the fine is imposed, the Tax and Customs Administration will send you a reminder and later probably a final notice. If you cannot submit your tax return in time, you can ask for a deferment.
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