Form 8879 2017-2025

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Form 8879-S is the IRS e-file Signature Authorization for S Corporations, allowing a corporate officer to electronically sign the corporation's income tax return using a personal identification number (PIN). The form must be completed and returned to the Electronic Return Originator (ERO) and not sent to the IRS. It includes sections for tax return information, officer declaration, and ERO responsibilities, emphasizing the importance of retaining the form for recordkeeping.

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Click 'Get Form' to open IRS Form 8879-S (2017) in the editor.
In Part I, enter the gross receipts or sales from Form 1120S, line 1c. Continue filling out the remaining fields with amounts from your corporation's income tax return.
In Part II, provide the employer identification number and name of the corporation. Ensure that you review all entries for accuracy.
As an officer, declare your authorization by entering your personal identification number (PIN) and signing in the designated area.
Complete Part III by entering your title and date. Make sure to verify all information before finalizing.
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What is the difference between form 1040 and form 8879?

No, 8879 is the e-signature authorization form, and 1040 is the actual tax form.

What is an 8879 form for?

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 form 8829 2017?

Purpose of Form Use Form 8829 to figure the allowable expenses for business use of your home on Schedule C (Form 1040) and any carryover to 2018 of amounts not deductible in 2017. You must meet specific requirements to deduct expenses for the business use of your home.

Where do I get my 8879 form?

Your tax professional will typically prepare the form for you as part of their tax preparation services. Once your tax return is ready for review, your tax preparer will present you with Form 8879 to capture your authorization to e-file.