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The document provides instructions for Form 6251, which is used to calculate the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) for individuals. It outlines general instructions, updates for the tax year 2015, who must file the form, and details on how to compute AMT based on various income types and deductions. Key changes include increased exemption amounts and specific tax brackets for AMT. The document also includes guidance on recordkeeping, special considerations for nonresident aliens, and detailed calculations for various adjustments related to income and deductions.

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How do I know if I need to make an AMT adjustment to my investment income or expenses?

To figure out whether you owe any additional tax under the Alternative Minimum Tax system, you need to fill out Form 6251. If the tax calculated on Form 6251 is higher than that calculated on your regular tax return, you have to pay the difference as AMT in addition to the regularly calculated income tax.

Where can I find the 6251 form?

Go to .irs.gov/Form6251 for instructions and the latest information. Part I Alternative Minimum Taxable Income (See instructions for how to complete each line.)

How is alternate minimum tax calculated?

Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) requires individuals and non corporates to calculate their tax liability using the normal method. And if their tax liability turns out to be less than 18.5%, they have to pay the Minimum Alternative Tax at 18.5%. AMT or Alternative Minimum Tax at the rate of 18.5%.

What is the AMT exemption for 2015?

The AMT exemption amount for 2015 is $53,600 for singles and $83,400 for married couple filing jointly (Table 5). Filing Status Exemption Amount Single $53,600.00 Married Filing Jointly $83,400.00 Married Filing Separately $41,700.00 Source: Authors calculations.

How do you calculate alternative minimum taxable income?

How does the AMT work? Start with taxable income. Calculate your taxable income as you would normally, or enter the amount from Form 1040, line 15. Make required adjustments. Subtract your AMT exemption. Multiply the result by your AMT tax rate.

Where can I find alternative minimum taxable income?

The simplest way to see why you are paying the AMT, or how close you came to paying it, is to look at your Form 6251 from last year. Compare the Tentative Minimum Tax to your regular tax (Tentative Minimum Tax should be the line above your regular tax) to see how close you were to paying the AMT.

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