2007-02-03 10:25:16 · 3 answers · asked by Joe D 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Taxes ➔ United States
You ALWAYS have the option to use the 'full' 1040. The amount of tax should be the same on both forms. The 1040A does not allow itemized deductions, income above $100,000, and certain credits. The IRS document linked below has a section titled 'Which Form Should I Use'. It has the full list of rules.
2007-02-03 12:11:56 · answer #1 · answered by STEVEN F 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It totally depends on your situation. If you need to itemize, you can't on the 1040a. If you have investment income, you can't use the 1040a, etc. The 1040a used to be called the short form, a clue to when to use it. If your taxes are very simple, you may be able to use the 1040a. If they have any complexity, you will need the standard 1040. If you utilize one of the software packages (try www.TAXACT.com for free) they will typically ask you several questions, based on your responses, they will be able to determine which form to use.
2007-02-03 18:35:51 · answer #2 · answered by azohawk 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1) Read the instructions for the 1040A, page 17 of the instructions for 2006.
http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/i1040a.pdf
2) Call 1-800-tax-1040 during regular business hours.
2007-02-03 18:37:08 · answer #3 · answered by Beckee 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋