Have you made one of the top filing mistakes? IRS just released this list of the Top 16 Filing Mistakes for tax returns. If you’re a regular reader, you’ll notice that some of these questions have appeared on ask the taxgirl and other taxgirl features. Enjoy! And if you have a question, don’t forget to ask the taxgirl!
- Choosing the wrong filing status
- Failing to include or using incorrect Social Security numbers
- Failing to use the correct forms and schedules
- Failing to sign and date the return
- Claiming ineligible dependents
- Failing to file for the Earned Income Credit
- Improperly claiming the Earned Income Credit
- Failing to report and pay domestic payroll taxes
- Failing to report income because it was not included on a Form W-2, Form 1099, or other information return
- Treating employees as independent contractors
- Failing to file a return when due a refund
- Failing to check liability for the alternative minimum tax
- Failing to request federal telephone excise tax
- Failing to accurately use or compute the Schedule D Tax Worksheet or Qualified Dividends and Capital Gain Tax Worksheet
- Failing to enter the correct amount of taxable Social Security benefits
- Mailing a return to the wrong address
