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Form 851 is an IRS document used by the common parent corporation of an affiliated group to report overpayment credits, estimated tax payments, and tax deposits for each member of the group. It includes sections for identifying corporations, detailing stock holdings, changes in stock ownership during the tax year, and additional stock information. The form ensures compliance with tax laws and helps determine if subsidiary corporations qualify as members of the affiliated group.

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Begin by entering the name of the common parent corporation and its employer identification number at the top of the form.
In Part I, list overpayment credits, estimated tax payments, and tax deposits for each subsidiary corporation. Ensure totals match those on your consolidated tax return.
Move to Part II and specify the principal business activity (PBA) for each corporation along with their respective PBA code numbers.
In Part III, document any changes in stock holdings during the tax year, including shares acquired or disposed of, and indicate voting power percentages.
Finally, complete Part IV by answering questions regarding stock classes and any arrangements affecting stock ownership.

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