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Gustin & Gustin Tax Pros ™ provides the a few of most common ask questions to help you understand taxes and how tax code changes affect them yearly and how to prepare to file an accurate tax return.
How do I get my IRS PIN?
To get an IP PIN that is lost, forgotten, or never arrived in a CP01A Notice, use the IP PIN request portal at IRS.gov. If you can’t access your IP PIN online, call (800) 908-4490 for help getting your IP PIN reissued. Anyone who has been a victim of identity theft is automatically assigned an IP PIN. If you are not a victim but would like to request an IP PIN, you can apply at the same IP PIN request portal. Notice: An IP PIN is an additional security measure for eligible taxpayers to prevent fraudulent use of their Social Security Numbers. An IP PIN is not the same thing as a taxpayer identification number, such as a Social Security Number, individual taxpayer ID, or an Adoption Taxpayer Identification Number (ATIN).
What is the deadline for filing taxes in 2022?
The deadline for filing federal income taxes in 2022 is April 18, 2023.
Do I need a 1040 or 1040-A?
Taxpayers only need a Form 1040 and any additional schedules or forms to file their taxes; Forms 1040-A and 1040EZ have been retired due to Congress simplifying the Form 1040.
How do I get my tax transcripts?
If you need a copy of a tax return from past years, go to the IRS Get Transcript page. You can order a tax transcript to arrive in the mail by providing your Social Security Number, birthdate and mailing address. Transcripts are delivered to the address the IRS has on file for you, usually within 5 to 10 days. You can also get your transcripts online, but it requires some additional personal information for verification, including a financial account number from a loan service (like a credit card or car loan) and a mobile phone number.
What is the fastest way to get my tax refund?
While processing times vary from taxpayer to taxpayer, the fastest way to receive your tax refund is to e-file your tax return and have your refund direct deposited to your bank account. That way, the IRS can drop your money into your lap as soon as the amount is ready to be issued. To choose direct deposit instead of a mailed check, make sure to specify how you would like to receive your refund when you file
Can I use my last paystub if I don't have my W-2 yet?
You shouldn’t file your return without an official Form W-2 because it’s likely that the information included on your last paystub isn’t complete. You can use your last paystub to start the filing process, but you shouldn’t send your return until you’ve received your W-2, to check that the information is correct.
If you don’t have your W-2 by January 31, contact your employer. If you still don’t have it by February 14, contact the IRS at 800-829-1040 with:
- Your name, address, Social Security Number and phone number
- Your employer’s name, address and phone number
- The dates you worked for the employer
- An estimate of your wages and federal income tax withheld
How can I check to see if my income tax return is in process?
The “Where’s My Refund?” tool on the IRS.gov site is the best way to track your income tax return. States with an income tax usually have a similar tool as well, which can be found on your state’s official government website for revenue or taxation. You’ll need your Social Security Number and some additional information from the tax return you filed to prove your identity when you use online tracking tools.
