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What is a SEP?
Generally, you can deduct the contributions you make each year to each employee's SEP-IRA. If you are self-employed, you can deduct the...

Who must file a Schedule-SE?
Your net earnings from self-employment from other than church employee income were $400 or more. If you are in business (farm or non-farm) for...

Indiana Household Employment Taxes
If, while you lived in Indiana, you paid cash wages during 2009 to an individual who is not • Your spouse, • Your child under age 21, • Your...

I didn't own a business. Why do I have to report my 1099-MISC on a Schedule C?
When you earn money by performing work, that income is usually subject to social security and Medicare taxes. Usually, when you work for a...

W-2 - What is a Statutory Employee?
Some workers are deemed to be employees by statute. The following workers are also the most common examples of employees that are usually...

Unreimbursed Employee Expenses - What can be deducted?
If you paid for expenses related to your job during the tax year, many of these expenses may be eligible to be deducted on your return. For you to...

What is a SIMPLE IRA?
SIMPLE stands for "savings incentive match plan for employees". A SIMPLE plan is a written arrangement that provides you and your...

Qualifications for deducting a job related expense
To deduct an expense as an unreimbursed employee expense, it had to be both ordinary and necessary. An ordinary expense is one that is common and...

Unreimbursed Employee Expenses - Vehicle Expenses
There are 2 methods for computing vehicle expenses: the standard mileage rate and the actual expense method. You cannot use the standard mileage...

Who qualifies to deduct expenses in the section for Reservists and Performing Artists?
If you are one of the individuals discussed below, special rules apply to deducting your employee business expenses. Any expenses you incurred...

W-2 - Information about Box 12
The following list explains the codes shown in box 12 on the W-2.A - Uncollected social security or RRTA tax on tips. (Include this tax on Form...

Who can take the Retirement Savings Credit?
You may be able to take this credit if you, or your spouse if filing jointly, made any of the following:Contributions to a traditional or Roth IRA....

Georgia Additions to Income
If you have income that is taxable by Georgia but not taxable to the Federal Government, you must adjust your Federal adjusted gross income. The...

Line 65 Excess Social Security - What is this?
Each year, an a limit is set as to how much Social Security tax an individual should have withheld on his or her behalf. If an individual has more...

Miscellaneous Deductions - What is the 2% rule?
If you itemize your deductions, part of the expenses that you claim as deductions may be limited by the 2% rule. Deductions that are included are...

North Carolina Subtractions from Income
North Carolina Subtractions from IncomeRetirement Benefits Received by Vested Government Retirees (Bailey Settlement)As a result of the North...

1099-R: Early Withdraw Penalty
To discourage the use of pension funds for purposes other than normal retirement, the IRS imposes an additional 10% tax on certain early...

1099-R: Should I use the Simplified Method Worksheet to figure my taxable amount?
If your Form 1099-R does not show the taxable amount, you must use the General Rule explained in IRS Publication 939 to figure the taxable part to...

Who qualifies to have a Medical Savings Account (MSA)?
To qualify for an Archer MSA, you must be either of the following. An employee (or the spouse of an employee) of a small employer (see below for...

Itemized Deductions - An Overview
Examples of Itemized Deductions:Medical and Dental ExpensesThe medical and dental deductions include medical and dental insurance, amount paid to...

Qualifications for claiming the credit for child and dependent care expenses:
To claim the credit for child and dependent care expenses, you must meet certain conditions including:• Income - You must have earned income from...

WEST VIRGINIA LOW-INCOME EARNED INCOME EXCLUSION
WEST VIRGINIA LOW-INCOME EARNED INCOME EXCLUSIONYou may be eligible to claim the low-income earned income exclusion if you received earned income...

Did you know that there are events in life that may have a significant tax impact?
Many times we experience significant life events that have a tax impact too! This page is designed to help you while explaining to individuals the...

New Mexico Modified Gross Income
What is Modifi ed Gross Income?Modified Gross Income (MGI) is unique to New Mexico law. In general, MGI is ALL income and other compensation you...

Oklahoma Subtractions from Income
Oklahoma Subtractions from IncomeMilitary RetirementEach individual may exclude 75% of their retirement benefits or $10,000, whichever is greater,...

How do I report my 1099-MISC in my TaxSlayer Account?
Information from a 1099-MISC is reported differently, based on the box number that it is reported in. Below are descriptions of how each box...

New York Pension Exclusions
New York Pension ExclusionsPension and annuity income exclusionDid you enter an amount on line 9 or 10 that was not from a NYS or local government...

Why is there a separate section for travel expenses for Reservists and Performing Artists?
Generally, employee expenses are deductible only on line 21 of Schedule A (Form 1040). When you deduct your expenses on line 21of Schedule A, the...

What do I enter for "Domestic production gross receipts"?
Gross receipts include the following:Total sales Amounts received for services, not including wages received as an employee Income from incidental...

Download Program - What forms and schedules do you support through TaxSlayer Download?
We support the following forms through our download program:1040 1040A 1040EZ 1040EZT1040X Amended ReturnSch A Itemized Deductions Sch B...

Business Use of Home (Overview)
Whether you are self–employed or are an employee, you may be able to deduct certain expenses for the part of your home you use for business despite...

Download Program - What forms and schedules do you support through TaxSlayer Download?
We support the following forms through our download program:1040 1040A 1040EZ 1040EZT1040X Amended ReturnSch A Itemized Deductions Sch B...

What is "qualified production activities income (QPAI)"?
Your allowable DPAD generally cannot be more than 6% of your qualified production activities income (QPAI). If you do not have QPAI, you generally...

District of Columbia Subtractions from Income
District of Columbia Subtractions from Income

California Credits
California CreditsChild Adoption: 50% of qualified costs in the year an adoption is ordered

Deduction for Educator Expenses
If you are an eligible educator, you may be able to deduct up to $250 of expenses you paid for purchases of books and classroom supplies. These...

What other types of income are there besides W-2s?
The following are types of 1099 Forms that report Income:1099-INTEarnings for interest from a bank account or certificate of deposit are reported...

Unreimbursed Employee Expenses - What CANNOT be deducted?
If you paid for expenses related to your job during the tax year, many of these expenses may be eligible to be deducted on your return. For you to...

Who can deduct Moving Expenses?
If you moved due to a change in your job or business because you started a new job, you may be able to deduct your moving expenses. To qualify for...

West Virginia Subtractions from Income
West Virginia Subtractions from IncomeANY WEST VIRGINIA STATE OR LOCAL POLICE, DEPUTY SHERIFF’S OR FIREMEN’S RETIREMENT.

California Itemized Deductions
California Itemized DeductionsAdoption-Related Expenses – If you deducted adoption-related expenses on your federal Schedule A (Form 1040) and are...

Kansas Subtractions
KPERS lump sum distributions exempt from Kansas income tax: Enter any amounts withdrawn from a qualified retirement account and include any...

Ohio Credits From Schedule B
OHIO CREDITS FROM SCHEDULE B Qualifying Retirement Income included in OH AGI: To qualify for the Ohio Retirement Income credit, you must meet all...

Kansas Additions to Income
State and Municipal Interest - Not Exempt from State Income Tax: Enter interest income received, credited or earned by you during the taxable year...

Special Charitable Contributions for Certain IRA Owners
As an alternative method for donating to a charity, certain taxpayers may transfer funds from their IRA to an eligible charitable organization....

When do I qualify to take a deduction for the business use of my home?
If you use your home for work-related issues, you may be able to claim a deduction for the business use of your home. To qualify to claim expenses...

Pennsylvania Reject Codes
R 001 PA-40 When a Direct Deposit or Electronic Funds Withdrawal indicator is present, the following fields must be greater than zero: state...

Indiana Other Deductions
Airport development zone employee deduction Certain areas within Indiana have been designated as airport development zones. Currently, Allen County...

Oregon Credits
Retirement income creditIf you were age 62 or older on December 31, 2008, and receiving retirement income, you may qualify for a retirement income...

Where is my Earned Income Credit (EIC)?
If you are eligible for Earned Income Credit or EIC, it is calculated automatically in the program as you enter your tax information. There are...

Tips for Taxpayers Making a Move
If you changed your home or business address, you’ll want to remember these six tips to ensure you receive any refunds or correspondence from the...

How do I figure my EIC or Earned Income Credit?
The earned income credit or EIC is automatically calculated by the program and many factors contribute to how it is calculated. Please read the...

Section 179 Deduction Limitations
Taking the Section 179 election allows the taxpayer to elect to deduct the total cost of the property purchased in lieu of depreciating the...

Utah Apportionable Nonrefundable Credits
UT Apportionable Nonrefundable Credits Capital Gain Transactions Credit

Reject Codes 1006-1079
IRS Error Reject Codes 1006-1079

Mississippi Military Filing Information
Section 574 of the Soldiers and Sailors Civil Relief Act provides that military duty pay can be taxed only by the state in which the armed forces...

Military Pay Exclusion - Combat Zone Service
Combat Zones Q-1: What geographic areas are considered combat zones?A-1: Combat zones are designated by an Executive Order from the President as...

Reject codes 1242-1432
IRS Error Reject Codes 1242-1432

Ohio Subtractions From Income
OHIO SUBTRACTIONS FROM INCOMEFederal Interest and Dividends Adjustment: Enter interest and dividend income included in your Federal AGI from...

Alabama Reject Codes
005 Primary Taxpayer Last Name (Field 060 - AL Generic Record) must be present. This is a required field and must never be blank.010 Primary...

Reject Codes 0106-0169
IRS Error Reject Codes 0106-0169

What forms and schedules do you support through TaxSlayer Web?
We support the following forms through our web program:(Last updated on 11/18/2009)1040 1040A 1040EZ1040ES1040XSch A Itemized Deductions Sch B...

Other Indiana Credits
Certain areas within Indiana have been designated as airport development zones (ADZ). These zones are established to encourage investment and job...

Reject Codes 0399-0465
IRS Error Reject Codes 0399-0465

Reject Codes 0531-0640
IRS Error Reject Code 0531-0640

New Mexico Subtractions from Income continued
Deduction for NM Medical Care Savings Account: If you or your spouse are enrolled in a New Mexico Medical Care Savings Account, (NMMSA) established...

Adjustments
Examples of Adjustments: Educator Expense DeductionIf you are an educator, you may be able to deduct up to $250 of expenses you paid for purchases...

Idaho Subtractions from Income
IDAHO SUBTRACTIONS FROM INCOMEHEALTH INSURANCE PREMIUMSDeduct premiums you paid for health insurance for yourself, your spouse, and your dependents...

New Mexico Nonrefundable Credits
Cultural Property Preservation Credit:The credit for preservation of cultural property is 50% of the costs of a project for the restoration,...

Alabama Income you DO NOT Report
(Do not include these amounts when deciding if you must file a return.)

Colorado Credits
COLORADO CREDITS

Maryland Subtractions from Income
Payments to firemen and policemen for job-related injuries or disabilities (but not more than the amount of such payments included in your total...

Arizona Subtractions from Income
Arizona Subtractions from IncomeExclusion for U.S. Government, Arizona State or Local Government PensionsIf you receive pension income fr

Reject codes 0040-0105
IRS Error Reject Codes 0040-0105

Indiana Business Incentive and Other Tax Credits
Skills Training Investment Tax Credit—Enter the amount of credit certified by the Bluegrass State Skills Corporation. A copy of the Kentucky...

California Reject Codes
002 There is an error with the Date. Date fields with a length of six positions should have six numeric characters in YYYYMM format (for example:...

RRB-1099 or RRB-1099R
RRB-1099 & RRB-1099R - InstructionsTier 1 railroad retirement benefits are equal to the social security benefit that a railroad employee or...

Hawaii Subtractions From Income
Subtractions from IncomeMilitary Reserve or Hawaii National Guard Duty Pay ExclusionHawaii does not tax the first $4,484 received by each member of...

Maryland Reject Codes
FORM 5020001 DCN is invalid; positions 3-8 must equal EFIN of originator; required field 14 N0004 RSN is invalid; positions 1-5 must equal ETIN of...

North Dakota Subtractions from Income
Native American’s Exempt IncomeIf you are an enrolled member of a federally-recognized Indian tribe who lived on any Indian reservation in North...

Reject Codes 0236-0300
IRS Error Reject Codes 0236-0300

Iowa Military Filing Information
IOWA TAX RESPONSIBILITIES OF MILITARY PERSONNELActive-duty military service pay is taxable only by the state in which the armed forces service...

Illinois Reject Codes
0001 IL-1040 and Summary Records must be present for each tax return.0002 Money and Numeric Fields -significant money fields must be...

Arizona Other Subtractions From Income
A. Previously Reported Gain on Decedent's Installment SalePrior Arizona law required acceleration of any unrecognized installment sale gain upon...

New York Reject Codes
0001 Duplicated – return already processed with same Social Security Number (SSN).0002 - If you e-file IT-370 with an amount owe, you must provide...

Reject Codes 0641-0682
IRS Error Reject Code 0641-0682

Reject Codes 0466-0530
IRS Error Reject Codes 0466-0530

Massachusetts Military Filing Information
MASSACHUSETTS MILITARY INFORMATIONBusiness Expenses of National Guard and Reserve MembersMassachusetts continues to adopt the federal treatment...

Massachusetts Reject Codes
0001 Page 1 of the tax return must be present. 0003 The return is not for the current tax year. 0004 Line numbers within a statement must be in...

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