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IRS Form 1045 walkthrough (Application for Tentative Refund)-2025

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The document provides instructions for Form 1045, which is used by individuals, estates, and trusts to apply for a tentative tax refund due to carrybacks of net operating losses (NOLs), unused general business credits, or overpayments. It outlines recent changes including the introduction of a new Form 172 for calculating NOLs, the transition to electronic filing, and reminders about limitations on excess business losses and child tax credits. The document details the filing process, necessary attachments, and specific computations required for various tax scenarios.

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Can IRS form 1045 be filed electronically?

Form 1045 is going electronic. You can file your 2024 Form 1045 electronically in 2025.

Can form 1041-T be filed electronically?

Form 1041-T can be electronically filed with Form 1041 or mailed to the IRS. See the Form 1041-T instructions for the mailing address. To report on Form 1041 that a 1041-T is being filed with the tax return or has been filed separately, from the Main Menu of the tax return (Form 1041) select: Heading Information.

What is a 1045 application for tentative refund?

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. The carryback of a net section 1256 contracts loss.

Which IRS forms cannot be electronically filed?

In addition, some Forms 1040, 1040-A, 1040-EZ, and 1041 cannot be e-filed if they have attached forms, schedules, or documents that IRS does not accept electronically.

Can an Indiana amended return be filed electronically?

Indiana Amended Business Returns cannot be e-filed. Corporation - Business taxpayers must complete Form IT-20X and mail it to the appropriate mailing address on the form.

How long can the IRS hold your refund for review?

See our Held or Stopped Refund page or the TAS video for more information. If the IRS is reviewing your return, the review process could take anywhere from 45 to 180 days, depending on the number and types of issues the IRS is reviewing. Follow these steps if you know you made a mistake, before the IRS contacts you.

What is the IRS Rule 1045?

26 U.S. Code 1045 - Rollover of gain from qualified small business stock to another qualified small business stock. any portion of such cost previously taken into account under this section. This section shall not apply to any gain which is treated as ordinary income for purposes of this title.

Can Form 1045 be filed electronically?

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.

IRS Form 1045 walkthrough (Application for Tentative Refund)-2025

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