2004 Tax Preparation
Resources to help you prepare and file your 2004 tax return. Easy line-by-line instructions, tax tips, and links to tax resources.
What's New for 2004
The tax laws have changed again. Find out what's new for 2004, and what's changing for 2005.
The tax laws have changed again. Find out what's new for 2004, and what's changing for 2005.
Earned Income Credit: Qualfying for the EIC (Tax Year 2004)
How to qualify for and figure your earned income credit. The EITC is a tax credit that lowers your taxes and gives you a bigger refund. Find out the criteria for qualifying children, and the special Head of Household rule if you are separated from your spouse.
How to qualify for and figure your earned income credit. The EITC is a tax credit that lowers your taxes and gives you a bigger refund. Find out the criteria for qualifying children, and the special Head of Household rule if you are separated from your spouse.
Tax Law Update for 2004
The tax laws have changed again. Find out what's new for 2004, and what's changing for 2005.
The tax laws have changed again. Find out what's new for 2004, and what's changing for 2005.
Instructions for Form 1040
Prepare your 2004 tax returns on Form 1040 using easy-to-follow steps. Plus tips for preparing your tax return accurately and completely, from your About.com Guide to Tax Planning.
Prepare your 2004 tax returns on Form 1040 using easy-to-follow steps. Plus tips for preparing your tax return accurately and completely, from your About.com Guide to Tax Planning.
2004 Form 1040A Line-by-line Instructions (Tax Year 2004)
Prepare your 2004 tax returns on Form 1040A using easy-to-follow steps. Plus tips for preparing your tax return accurately and completely, from your About.com Guide to Tax Planning.
Prepare your 2004 tax returns on Form 1040A using easy-to-follow steps. Plus tips for preparing your tax return accurately and completely, from your About.com Guide to Tax Planning.
Form 1040A Overview for Tax Year 2004
Prepare your 2004 tax returns on Form 1040A using easy-to-follow steps. Plus tips for preparing your tax return accurately and completely, from your About.com Guide to Tax Planning.
Prepare your 2004 tax returns on Form 1040A using easy-to-follow steps. Plus tips for preparing your tax return accurately and completely, from your About.com Guide to Tax Planning.
Form 1040-EZ Instructions for Preparing Your 2004 Taxes
Prepare your 2004 tax returns on Form 1040EZ using easy-to-follow steps. Plus tips for preparing your tax return accurately and completely, from your About.com Guide to Tax Planning.
Prepare your 2004 tax returns on Form 1040EZ using easy-to-follow steps. Plus tips for preparing your tax return accurately and completely, from your About.com Guide to Tax Planning.
Old Rules for Claiming a Dependent: For Tax Years 2004 and Earlier
The rules for claiming a dependent changed in 2005. The old rules have five criteria for claiming a dependent. Some dependents that did not qualify under the old rules may qualify under the new rules.
The rules for claiming a dependent changed in 2005. The old rules have five criteria for claiming a dependent. Some dependents that did not qualify under the old rules may qualify under the new rules.
TaxCut 2004 for the Web (Software Review)
Review of TaxCut 2004 for the Web tax preparation software. Quick and easy tax preparation, with just a few drawbacks for complex tax issues. For simple tax returns, I rate TaxCut very highly. If you have to depreciate any assets at all, don't bother with TaxCut unless you know depreciation inside and out.
Review of TaxCut 2004 for the Web tax preparation software. Quick and easy tax preparation, with just a few drawbacks for complex tax issues. For simple tax returns, I rate TaxCut very highly. If you have to depreciate any assets at all, don't bother with TaxCut unless you know depreciation inside and out.
Taxes 2005 For Dummies (Book Review)
Review of the book, "Taxes 2005 For Dummies." Easy-to-read, well organized, and thoroughly helpful. I recommend the book to people who want to prepare their own taxes, either by hand or by computer. Excellent advice and strategies for dealing with the IRS.
Review of the book, "Taxes 2005 For Dummies." Easy-to-read, well organized, and thoroughly helpful. I recommend the book to people who want to prepare their own taxes, either by hand or by computer. Excellent advice and strategies for dealing with the IRS.
TaxAct Deluxe 2004 (Software Review)
Review of the TaxAct Deluxe 2004 downloadable tax preparation software program. TaxAct Deluxe is recommended for its interactive tax calculator, a feature missing in other programs. TaxAct isn't for everyone though.
Review of the TaxAct Deluxe 2004 downloadable tax preparation software program. TaxAct Deluxe is recommended for its interactive tax calculator, a feature missing in other programs. TaxAct isn't for everyone though.
TaxAct Online Standard 2004 (Software Review)
Review of TaxAct Online Standard 2004 tax preparation Web-based software program. TaxAct Online is highly recommended for people with straightforward tax situations who want to prepare their tax return quickly and accurately. Web and download versions of TaxAct are compared.
Review of TaxAct Online Standard 2004 tax preparation Web-based software program. TaxAct Online is highly recommended for people with straightforward tax situations who want to prepare their tax return quickly and accurately. Web and download versions of TaxAct are compared.
TurboTax Premier 2004 (Software Review)
Review of the TurboTax Premier 2004 tax preparation software program. Overall: TurboTax is recommended for its easy to understand interview that keeps you moving through the tax return.
Review of the TurboTax Premier 2004 tax preparation software program. Overall: TurboTax is recommended for its easy to understand interview that keeps you moving through the tax return.
J.K. Lasser's Your Income Tax 2005 (Book Review)
Review of the book "J.K. Lasser's Your Income Tax 2005." Comprehensive, easy-to-read, and well organized. I recommend the book to anyone preparing their own taxes, either by hand or by computer. Next best thing to having a CPA sitting next to you.
Review of the book "J.K. Lasser's Your Income Tax 2005." Comprehensive, easy-to-read, and well organized. I recommend the book to anyone preparing their own taxes, either by hand or by computer. Next best thing to having a CPA sitting next to you.
TurboTax for the Web 2004 (Software Review)
Review of the TurboTax for the Web 2004 tax preparation software program. Overall: TurboTax for the Web is highly recommended for both simple and complicated tax returns because of its easy to understand interview questions and skillful handling of more complicated tax issues.
Review of the TurboTax for the Web 2004 tax preparation software program. Overall: TurboTax for the Web is highly recommended for both simple and complicated tax returns because of its easy to understand interview questions and skillful handling of more complicated tax issues.
Second Extensions: How to Request an Additional Extension of Time to F
You can request an additional extension of time to file your 1040 tax return using IRS Form 2688 if you previously requested an automatic extension. Find out how to request additional time to file your taxes.
You can request an additional extension of time to file your 1040 tax return using IRS Form 2688 if you previously requested an automatic extension. Find out how to request additional time to file your taxes.
Tax Software (Reviews and Top Picks) - About.com Guide to Tax Planning
The top picks for tax software to help you prepare your 2004 tax return.
The top picks for tax software to help you prepare your 2004 tax return.
2004 Tax Forms: Find Common IRS Income Tax Forms from the About.com Guide to Tax Planning
Find tax forms to prepare your 2004 personal income taxes. The most common tax forms are arranged in an easy-to-find format. From your About.com Guide to Tax Planning.
Find tax forms to prepare your 2004 personal income taxes. The most common tax forms are arranged in an easy-to-find format. From your About.com Guide to Tax Planning.
2004 Tax Rate Schedules: Marginal Ordinary Income Tax Rates for 2004
Marginal tax rates for the 2004 tax year.
Marginal tax rates for the 2004 tax year.