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During 2023's tax filing season, the IRS aims to improve its service. As a reminder, it encouraged taxpayers to file electronically to avoid delays in receiving their refunds. The IRS has successfully opened its systems for accepting and processing 2022 tax returns for taxpayers before the deadline (Tax Filing Deadline - April 18).
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In this blog, we'll take a closer look at IRS tax forms for 2023 and how myCPE's Tax CPE Courses can help you navigate them.
The IRS has released many IRS tax updates for the 2022 tax year, and you'll need to file your taxes by April 18, 2023. To assist you with completing tax forms, here is a quick guide to the significant tax forms.
Form 1040 is for individuals to report their annual income to the IRS. In addition, it requires information about income, deductions, and tax credits.
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IRS tax forms 1040-SR is a simplified version of Form 1040 for seniors aged 65 or older. It is similar to a 1040 IRS tax form but has larger print and fewer lines to fill out.
At the end of the year, form W-2 is sent to employees by their employers. This form contains information about the employee's wages and the tax amount deducted from their paycheck.
Form W-4 is a form that an employee fills out when they start a new job. W-4 tells their employer how much money to withhold from their paycheck for federal income tax purposes.
Form W-4P is a Withholding Certificate for Pension or Annuity Payments. A retiree fills out Form W-4P to tell their pension or annuity provider. Here, retirees need to provide information about federal income tax to withhold from their payments.
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Form 1099-MISC reports miscellaneous income received during the year that is not reported on a W-2. This includes income earned from freelance work or self-employment.
To report payments made by the federal government, like unemployment benefits or refunds from the state, a Form 1099-G is required. The form is also used to record other government payments, such as state and local taxes withheld from any government payments received, payments from the Department of Agriculture received, and taxable grants.
A payment settlement entity (PSE) is a company that provides payment settlement services to individuals with a relationship with it. A third-party network can be considered an entity that facilitates the transactions between a driver and a customer, such as Uber and Lyft. Form 1099-K
The 1099-INT reports interest income received from banks, brokerage firms, and other financial institutions. The payor issues this form to the recipient, who must include it in their tax return.
Dividends and distributions are reported on Form 1099-DIV. In this form you have to mention the investments such as mutual funds, stocks, and real estate investment trusts (REITs).
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IRS Form 1065 is for partnerships, including general partnerships, limited partnerships, and limited liability partnerships. In this form, you report business income, gains, deductions, losses, and credits to the IRS. Partnerships are pass-through entities, meaning profits and losses are allocated to partners, who report them on their tax returns. Form 1065 also requires partnerships to provide information about their partners. This includes their share of partnership profits and losses and capital contributions.
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IRS Form 1042 reports tax withheld on payments to foreign persons, including nonresident aliens, nonresident corporations, and foreign partnerships. The form is used by withholding agents, such as U.S. banks or businesses, to report the amount of tax withheld from payments made to foreign persons. This includes wages, pensions, and dividends.
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Mortgage lenders use Form 1098. In this form, the filler reports the amount of mortgage interest, points, and mortgage insurance premiums paid by the borrower during the year. The form must be provided to the borrower and filed with the IRS. The borrower uses the information on the form to claim a deduction on their individual tax return.
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Form 1120S is for S corporations to report their business income, gains, deductions, losses, and credits to the IRS. It is filed annually and includes a Schedule K-1 for each shareholder, showing their share of the corporation's income, losses, and other items. The form calculates the company's tax liability.
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IRS Form 706, also known as the United States Estate (and Generation-Skipping Transfer) Tax Return. It is used to report the estate tax liability of a deceased person. Upon the death of an asset owner, the estate must file a form providing information about its assets, liabilities, and deductions within nine months.
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IRS Form 5472 is a tax form used to report transactions between a US company and its foreign owners or related parties. These transactions must be reported to the IRS in order to comply with tax regulations. The form must be filed annually by certain US corporations owned by foreign entities or individuals.
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IRS Form 8867 is used by tax preparers for claiming certain tax credits in compliance with tax laws. The form requires tax preparers to review and verify their clients' eligibility for these credits, and keep records supporting their claims.
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IRS Form 8854 is used by individuals who have expatriated or given up their U.S. citizenship to report their final tax liability to the IRS. Under this form, individuals report their assets, income, and liabilities, as well as tax payments. It also requires certain information about offshore accounts.
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IRS Form 7203, also known as the Application for Enrollment to Practice Before the IRS, is used by individuals who wish to become enrolled agents with the IRS. The form is used to request a special enrollment examination. It provides information on the applicant's education and experience in tax preparation and representation.
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Form 990 is for organizations exempt from federal income tax. Such organizations fill out Form 990s to report their financial activities. For the purpose of transparency and accountability, form 990 provides information about the organization's mission, programs, governance, and finances.
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IRS Form 709 reports gifts and transfers subject to the federal gift and generation-skipping transfer tax. Donors need to fill 709 to provide information on the recipient, the amount of gift, and any applicable deductions or exclusions.
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If by any means there is an error in Form 941, then you need to fill Form 941X. Herein, you report wages, and other compensation paid to employees, as well as taxes withheld. The form is used to correct errors such as incorrect wage amounts or tax withholdings.
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IRS Form 5329 is a tax form used by taxpayers to report additional taxes on retirement accounts and other qualified plans. It is used to calculate and report penalties for early distributions, excess contributions, and failure to take minimum distributions from these accounts. The form is filed annually along with the taxpayer's tax return.
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Form 1023 is for tax-exempt organizations. Under this form, the organization reports the organization's mission and program. It also requires detailed information on the organization's activities, finances, and governance. IRS review of the application determines whether the organization qualifies for tax-exempt status.
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IRS Form 8606 reports nondeductible contributions to traditional IRAs, as well as Roth IRA conversions and distributions. The form is used to calculate the taxable portion of distributions from these accounts and report any penalties owed on early distributions. The form must be filed annually.
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IRS Form 940 is a tax form used by employers to report and pay their federal unemployment tax (FUTA) liability. It is filed annually and provides information on the employer's FUTA tax liability, payments made throughout the year, and any amounts due or overpaid. The form calculates the employer's share of the federal unemployment program.
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Ans: Each tax form comes with instructions and guidelines from the IRS. Taking a tax CPE course or consulting with a tax professional can help you ensure that you fill out the correct form.
Ans: Common mistakes include forgetting to include all sources of income, miscalculating deductions and credits, and missing important deadlines. These mistakes can be avoided by carefully reviewing instructions, double-checking calculations, and using tax software or seeking professional assistance.
Ans:The IRS often makes updates and changes to tax forms each year. Keeping up to date with these changes and understanding how they may impact your filing is crucial. Taking tax CPE courses can help individuals stay up-to-date on these changes and how to comply with new requirements.
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