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FAQ 1.1 2005 Tax Year

IRS Procedures: General Procedural Questions

This is archived information that pertains only to the 2005 Tax Year. If you
are looking for information for the current tax year, go to the Tax Prep Help Area.

What are the new changes for 2005?

For highlights of any tax changes for the current tax year please refer to the "What's New" section of the Form 1040 Instructions, the Form 1040A Instructions or the Form 1040EZ Instructions. You may also refer to Publication 553, for Highlights of the Current Year Tax Changes. Remember, this information is effective for your current tax year.


Will IRS figure the amount of tax and credits for taxpayers?

If you choose, the IRS will figure your tax on Form 1040EZ (PDF), Form 1040A (PDF), or Form 1040 (PDF). Refer to Tax Topic 552, Tax and Credits Figured by IRS, for more information.


I'm concerned because my check payment to the IRS has not been cashed yet. What should I do?

You can call (800) 829-1040 and ask an IRS representative if the payment has been credited to your account. If it has not and the check has not cleared your financial institution, you may choose to place a stop-payment on the original check and send another payment.

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