This presentation defines terminology related to filing income tax such as status, dependents, standard deduction

1. Filing Tax Returns for 2008

9. Standard Deduction for 2008 Single $5,450 Head of Household $8,000 Married filing a joint return $10,900 Qualifying widow(er) with dependent child $10,900 Married filing a separate return $5,450

11. When to File? April 15 Post marked by midnight! If April 15 is on a Saturday or Sunday, Tax Return is due following Monday.

12. How do I File? e-file (free if adjusted gross income is less than $56,000) See www.irs.gov for details. Use a computer Use a volunteer (VITA Program) Use a tax professional Mail Return

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