Form 1045-2025

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The document is Form 1045, an application for a tentative refund for individuals, estates, or trusts, allowing taxpayers to carry back net operating losses (NOLs) and other credits to prior tax years. It includes sections for personal information, details about the losses or credits being claimed, and computations related to tax decreases due to these carrybacks. The form requires signatures and provides instructions for filing.

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Begin by entering your name(s) as shown on your tax return, along with your Social Security Number (SSN) and address details. Ensure all information is typed clearly.
In section 1, indicate the type of application you are filing by checking the appropriate box for Net Operating Loss (NOL), unused general business credit, or net section 1256 contracts loss.
Complete the computation of decrease in tax by filling out lines 10 through 32. Follow the instructions carefully for each line to ensure accurate calculations.
If applicable, fill out Schedule A for NOL and Schedule B for NOL carryover. Make sure to complete one column before moving to the next.
Finally, sign and date the form at the bottom. If filing jointly, ensure both signatures are included.

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What is the main purpose of Form 1040?

The IRS 1040 form is one of the official documents that U.S. taxpayers use to file their annual income tax return. The 1040 form is divided into sections where you report your income and deductions to determine the amount of tax you owe or the refund you can expect to receive.

Can you efile 1045?

A fillable PDF is available from the IRS. E-Filing: You can e-file the return in which you generate Form 1045, but Form 1045 does not e-file with the return, nor may it be e-filed separately. Preparers should paper file Form 1045 the same way as they would paper file Form 1040 for the same taxpayer.

What is the form 1045?

An individual, estate, or trust files Form 1045 to apply for a quick tax refund resulting from: The carryback of an NOL. The carryback of an unused general business credit.

How do I apply for a quick refund?

To apply for a quick refund, file Corporation Application for Quick Refund of Overpayment of Estimated Tax (Form 4466) before the 16th day of the 3rd month after the end of the tax year but before the corporation files its income tax return. Do not file Form 4466 before the end of the corporation tax year.

What is the Michigan form MI 1045?

MI-1045) is used to compute the Michigan net operating loss (NOL) and is now filed with the loss year return (including e-filed returns). Michigan Net Operating Loss Deduction (Form 5674) is used to compute the current year Michigan NOL deduction. Form 5674 is required to claim an NOL deduction on Schedule 1.