I heard that when you file tax return for the very first time, you get a full refund. Is that true?
90513
Ummmmm no, the amount of money that you will get back is based on you taxable income, what tax bracket you fall under, and what credits or deductions if any you can apply.
84359
go to the official irs websight.  probablly www.irs.gov.  you can check there.  tehy also have a 1 800 number.  you must know the amount of the refund and the approx date filed.  pretty easy.
35501
I recommend it to everyone, even if you use an accountant.  My sister used an accountant.  I convinced her to let me use TT on her return.  I found that the accountant missed a big deduction related to her rental properties.  TT asks questions in a straightforward yet thorough manner.  And, it transfers data in from the previous year's filing.  I will say it costs way too much.  Watch for the best price around tax time.
53314
no you don't have to, unless taxes have been withheld and you want a refund.
86686
go to the IRS website. It really helped me whan i filed for the first time. And that was in 2002.
678113
If you did not file and you would've owed money it is forever!  That is called tax fraud and there is no limitation.  \n\nThat said, the IRS only holds active files for 3 years.  If you were owed a refund or there was no tax owed, then it is a wash.  You cannot go back and get your refund after 3 years.\n\nI would not go to the IRS with your question.  I would consult a tax attorney and find out the implications, and he/she may be able to work out a deal for you to come clean and pay a lot less.
1111111
Yes.  However, most students don't make that much money, so they are usually given a full refund (and if they qualify, they may receive more than a full refund).
435271
yes. there's a federal statute that allows them to only go 3 years back. i do taxes for a living for the state and i've seen many people amend them further back, and have refunds, but they don't get the money. if i were you i would check with a lawyer to see what can be done.
49513
I highly recommend a tax professional.  Turbo Tax, Tax Act and Tax Cut do a good good at calculations and printing a pretty return, but that is about all it does.  A good tax professional will use every strategy to get you the largest refund or lower your tax liability while preparing a complete and accurate return.  Usually the cost is only $10-20 more and the larger refund pays this difference many times over.  Charles Lewis, Altus Accounting and Tax Services, 70 Water Street, Savannah, TN 38372 Ph 731-925-1070
137338
You have to file last years taxes and this year's taxes.  Unfortunately they won't be able to process this year's by e-file because you didn't do last years.  You have to file the paperway, but if you do it early like by this weekend, you could probably see a refund by early april.  They don't usually charge a fine for filing late but they won't pay interest either if they owe you money.
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You can e-file your return.  This is faster and more accurate that a traditional filing.  Or you can go to Jackson-Hewitt or H&R Block (or some place similar) and get money immediately.  However if you do go to one of these places that offer immediate returns, you may not get as much back as you would by filing (either e-file or traditional file).
53945
Do you mean refund?  Please explain.
309517
Well, hopefully you stay married, keep each other happy and have kids. Legally it allows you to file your taxes together. If you put single on your W4 (the witholding form for your employer) it will withhold more taxes, and then when you file your taxes together, you have a good chance for a nice sized refund.
608428
Check at the library--they frequently hae access to that type of information. Also you probably don't have to file. You only have to file if your income is at a certain level. You may want to file though because you may be due a refund.
123544
If you are married, you should file as married. It is not a garauntee you will get a huge return whether you file single or married. Depends on your income and how many deductions you have and /or any dependants that you claim. If you and your spouses income is not over a certain amount combined , I think the limit is $80,000, thats together, I think you should still get a good return if you file together. Hope for a big return for you. Make sure a professional does your taxes this year since you are newly married. Go over the return after the process, and next year you should be able to see what to do and what not to do, you can do them on your on if you like.
79682
i believe you can go back five years. but the government can go back as far as they want for non compliance with the tax laws. i hope for your sake that you had refunds coming. because if not you are looking at major penalties and interest on balance owed.
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You can e-file your return up until Aug 15, 2006.  You can still file for a refund up until 4/17/2009, but you will need to file a paper return.\n\nAfter 4/17/2009, even if you are due a refund, you will not be able to receive it.