This year, the IRS will not be mailing tax forms in routine. If you choose not to use commercial tax preparation software or services, here are some useful numbers/ links for preparing your taxes, including:
1) Paper filing (the old-fashioned way)
2) Free online filing, and
3) Additional services. People that need face-to-face help preparing their taxes, lower-income individuals, and those age 60 or over may particularly want to check out the additional services.
4) MD State tax info
- PAPER FILING
A. DOWNLOAD AND PRINT OUT YOUR OWN COPIES / INSTRUCTIONS:
Download forms and instructions from IRS.GOV
Which form do I need? 1040? 1040A? or 1040EZ
- OR -
B. GET PREPRINTED FORMS FROM IRS - if you don't have access to a printer or don't want to pay to print forms:
- REQUEST FORMS ONLINE: If you prefer to receive a free hardcopy set of forms, you may submit a request online (after Nov. 30, 2010) to have up to 10 different tax forms mailed to you. The IRS does not actually start mailing forms until after Jan. 1, however.
To request forms online, use the online link above and simply enter the tax form codes (ex:1040 ) in the search box, select all the forms you will need, then complete the mailing address information. Two copies of each requested form will be mailed to you within 14 days. Applicable instructions will be included.
- REQUEST FORMS BY PHONE: Toll-free number 800-829-3676
- PICK FORMS UP: from our local IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center
IRS TAXPAYER ASSISTANCE CENTER:
IRS Office, Suite 203
201 Thomas- Johnson Dr. (map)
Frederick, MD 21702
Phone: (301) 695-7615
Hours: Monday-Friday - 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
(closed for lunch 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm)
- OR -
- FREE ONLINE FILING
IRS FREE FILE (available 1/14/2011) provides two basic options for completing and filing taxes. Both of these services start by creating an account for yourself so that you don't have to worry about getting it all done in one sitting. See overview of options below.
Video re. Free File (includes sign language)
Free File FAQ's
a. Traditional Free File - Provides tax software with step-by-step help.
- If your adjusted gross income is $58,000 or less in 2010
- Free tax preparation and e-filing
- Asks simple questions, puts your answers on the right forms.
- Does all the math for you.
- Checks for accuracy.
- Get quick access to the most commonly filed federal tax forms and schedules
b. Free File Fillable Forms - Just the basic online tax forms that you can fill out and file online without tax software
- There are no income limitations
- Looks like blank IRS forms. You choose, self-prepare, and e-file your 1040, 1040 A and 1040EZ return
- Includes basic calculation capability.
- Get quick access to the most commonly filed federal tax forms and schedules
- Does NOT support state forms or State e-file
- Some software companies may offer state tax preparation; however, fees may apply.
ALSO
c. e-Filing for Businesses and others
- ADDITIONAL SERVICES
a. IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center:If you need to resolve a tax problem, have questions about how the tax law applies to your individual tax return, or you're more comfortable talking with someone face-to-face, visit your local Taxpayer Assistance Center where you can spread out your records and talk with an IRS representative across the counter.
No appointment is necessary - just walk in. If you prefer, you may call a local number (below) to learn about available and alternate services, and to reschedule appointments with IRS personnel. If you have an ongoing, complex tax account problem or a special need, such as a disability, an appointment may be requested. All other issues will be handled without an appointment.
IRS TAXPAYER ASSISTANCE CENTER:
IRS Office, Suite 203
201 Thomas- Johnson Dr. (map)
Frederick, MD 21702
Phone: (301) 695-7615
Hours: Monday-Friday - 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
(closed for lunch 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm)
b. Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program: Individuals making $49,000 or less can use the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program for FREE tax preparation and, in many cases, free electronic filing.
c. Tax Counseling for Elderly: Individuals aged 60 and older can take advantage of free tax counseling and basic income tax preparation through Tax Counseling for the Elderly
d. What if? You lost your job? Went bankrupt? - See answers to many "what ifs" that might affect your ability to pay your taxes.
- MARYLAND STATE TAX FORMS
Use the above link to locate and print out forms, or pick up forms at:
Maryland Tax Forms and Information
Court House
100 West Patrick StreetFrederick, MD 21701
-OR-
MD State Tax Forms by phone: 1-410-974-3299
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