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Form 8879 is the IRS e-file Signature Authorization for the tax year 2016, allowing taxpayers to authorize an electronic return originator (ERO) to file their income tax return electronically. It includes sections for taxpayer and spouse information, tax return details, and signature authorization. The form must be retained by the ERO and not submitted to the IRS unless requested. It outlines responsibilities for both taxpayers and EROs regarding the completion and retention of the form.

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Begin by entering the taxpayer’s name and social security number at the top of the form. If applicable, include the spouse’s information as well.
In Part I, fill in the adjusted gross income, total tax, federal income tax withheld, refund amount, and any amount owed using figures from your 2016 tax return.
Proceed to Part II. Here, declare your understanding of the information provided and authorize your e-file signature by selecting whether you or your ERO will enter your PIN.
Sign and date the form in the designated areas. Ensure that both taxpayers sign if filing jointly.
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Whats the difference between a 1040 and 8879?

Form 8879 is used for Form 1040, U.S. Individual Income Tax Return; Form 8879-PE, IRS efile Signature Authorization for Form 1065; Form 8879-C, IRS efile Signature Authorization for Form 1120;and Form 8879-S, IRS efile Signature Authorization for Form 1120S.

What is the 8879 tax form 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.

How long is form 8879 valid?

Retain the completed Form 8879 for 3 years from the return due date or the date the IRS received the return, whichever is later.

Who sends me form 8879?

Form 8879 is an electronic signature document that is used to authorize e-filing. It is generated by the software using both the taxpayers self-selected PIN and the Electronic Return Originators (EROs) Practitioner PIN. Form 8879 does not need to be mailed to the IRS, but instead is retained by the ERO.

What is the IRS form 8949 for 2016?

Use Form 8949 to report sales and exchanges of capital assets. Form 8949 allows you and the IRS to reconcile amounts that were reported to you and the IRS on Form 1099-B or 1099-S (or substitute statement) with the amounts you report on your return.

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Can I use form 8879 as proof of income?

California e-file Signature Authorization for Fiduciaries This is a one-time authorization tied to this specific tax return. Form FTB 8879-FID does not serve as proof of filing your income tax return; the e-file acknowledgement containing the date of acceptance for the accepted tax return is that proof.

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