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The document provides detailed instructions for completing Form 8801, which is used to claim a credit for prior year minimum tax for individuals, estates, and trusts. It outlines who should file the form, the purpose of the form, and specific instructions on calculating the minimum tax credit and any carryforwards to future years. The document also includes guidance on handling alternative minimum tax (AMT) liabilities, adjustments related to exclusion items, and various worksheets necessary for accurate reporting.

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Begin by filling out your personal information at the top of the form, including your name, address, and Social Security number.
Proceed to Part I, where you will calculate your net minimum tax on exclusion items. If filing for an estate or trust, follow the specific instructions provided for lines 1 through 3.
In Part II, enter any qualified electric vehicle credit not allowed for prior years. Ensure you check the eligibility criteria outlined in the instructions.
Complete Part III if applicable, which involves computing taxes using maximum capital gains rates. Follow each line's instructions carefully to ensure accuracy.
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What is the purpose of IRS Form 8801?

Purpose of Form Use Form 8801 if you are an individual, estate, or trust to figure the minimum tax credit, if any, for alternative minimum tax (AMT) you incurred in prior tax years and to figure any credit carryforward to 2025.

How do I claim an alternative minimum tax credit?

If you are required to pay the AMT, you may be able to claim a Minimum Tax Credit to offset your standard taxes in any future years when the AMT does not apply. You can do this by completing and attaching IRS Form 8801.

What is the IRS form 8879 used for?

Whats New. Form 8879 is used to authorize the electronic filing (e-file) of original and amended returns. Use this Form 8879 (Rev. January 2021) to authorize e-file of your Form 1040, 1040-SR, 1040-NR, 1040-SS, or 1040- X, for tax years beginning with 2019.

What is the AMT exemption for 2016?

For 2016, the AMT exemption amounts are $83,800 (married filing jointly), $53,900 (single), and $41,900 (married filing separately). A 26% tax rate is applied to the first $186,300 of the resulting income, while a 28% tax rate is applied to any amounts above $186,300.

What is the IRS form to cancel all debt?

Lenders or creditors are required to issue Form 1099-C, Cancellation of Debt, if they cancel a debt owed to them of $600 or more. Generally, an individual taxpayer must include all canceled amounts (even if less than $600) on the Other Income line of Form 1040.

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Individuals, estates, and trusts use this form to figure: The minimum tax credit, if any, for alternative minimum tax (AMT) they incurred in prior tax years. Any credit carryforward to next year.

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