Part 1
Filing Basics
In this part, you will learn these income tax basics:
- Whether you must file a return
- When and where to file your return
- Which tax form to file
- What filing status you qualify for
- When filing separately is an advantage for married persons
- How to qualify as head of household
- How filing rules for resident aliens and nonresident aliens differ
- How to claim personal exemption deductions for yourself, your spouse, and your dependents.
Do You Have To File a 2012 Tax Return?
Filing Tests for Dependents: 2012 Returns
Where To File
Filing Deadlines
Choosing Which Tax Form To File
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