Lesson 9-3: Filing Income Tax Returns

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Steps to Complete Income Tax Return

Once you’ve selected your form and filing status you are ready to complete your return:

1.   Enter your filing status and any exemptions

o    Filling out your marriage status and dependents can affect your tax rate.

o    You get an exemption for you and each dependent (a dependent must not claim him/herself on his/her own return)

2.   Report your income from employment, savings, investments, or other forms.

3.   List deductions and other adjustments – remember reporting contributions to a retirement account can allow you to make additional deductions.

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