Tax Resources And Information

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It’s tax time. If you still haven’t finished your 2011 taxes, here are some resources to help you make that extended tax deadline of Tuesday, April 17, 2012.

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Electronic Filing
More and more Americans are choosing e-file, which lets them electronically file an accurate tax return or get an extension of time to file without sending any paper to the Internal Revenue Service.
 e-file Information

Most Requested Forms
Tax Form General List
1040 (Individual Tax Return)
1040A
 1040EZ (Single and Joint Filers with no dependents)
 1040 Instructions
 W2
 W3
 W2 & W3 Instructions
 W9 (Request for Taxpayer ID Number & Certification)
 W9 Instructions
 W4 (Employer Withholdings From Pay)
 SS-4 (Application For Employer ID Number)
 SS-4 Instructions
 Direct Deposit Info
 1040 (Schedule A) (Itemized Deductions)
 1040 (Schedule A) Instructions
 1040 (Schedule D) (Capital Gains and Losses)
 1040 (Schedule D) Instructions
 1040 (Schedule R) (Credit For Elderly or Disabled)
 1040 (Schedule R) Instructions
 1098-C (Charitable Contributions: Motor Vehicles, Boats, Planes)
 1098-C Instructions
 8283 (Non-Cash Charitable Contributions)
 8283 Instructions
 526 (Charitable Contributions)

Where To File
 For Individual Tax Payers By State
 For Individual Tax Professionals By State 
 Addresses Listed By Return Type 
 For Tax Exempt & Government Entities
 For Non-Return Forms (Applications And Payments)

Get Help With Your Federal Taxes
The Internal Revenue Service has set up a toll-free tax assistance line at 1-800-829-1040 for individual tax questions or 1-800-829-4933 for business tax questions.
 Contact My Local Office
 Tax Calendar 2011
 Electronic Filing Options Information (2010)
 Where’s My Refund?
 IRS Withholding Calculator
 Free File (For E-Filing Federal Taxes)
 Recent Tax Law Changes
 Free IRS Tax Help
 Tips For Choosing A Tax Preparer
 Online Tax Software Review
 Where Should I File My Tax Returns?
 Tax Deduction Guidelines
 Find A Post Office Near You
 State Tax Forms

MINNESOTA
 Minnesota Department Of Revenue
 Forms
 Instructions
 Worksheets
 Individual Income Tax FAQ
 Track Or See If You Qualify For A Refund
 See If You Qualify For Free Tax Preparation

Toll-Free Tax Help (Numbers From Minnesota Department of Revenue)
Individual Income Tax: 651-296-3781 or 1-800-652-9094
Individual Property Tax: 651-296-3781 or 1-800-652-9094
Business Sales And Use Tax: 651-296-6181 or 1-800-657-3777
Business Withholding Tax: 651-282-9999 or 1-800-657-3594
Business Registration: 651-282-5225 or 1-800-657-3605
Collection Division: 651-556-3003 or 1-800-657-3909

WISCONSIN
 Wisconsin Department Of Revenue
 Forms
 Frequently Asked Questions
 Find Out If You Qualify For Tax Preparation Assistance
 Contact The Wis. Dept. Of Revenue

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Find Local Tax Preparers
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