Does the IRS still use form 1040A?

Form 1040A is used by U.S. taxpayers to file an annual income tax return. For Tax year 2018 and later, you will no longer use Form 1040-A, but instead use the Form 1040 or Form 1040-SR.

Can 2017 1040 be filed electronically?

Yes, you can file an original Form 1040 series tax return electronically using any filing status. Filing your return electronically is faster, safer and more accurate than mailing your tax return because it’s transmitted electronically to the IRS computer systems.

What to write on Form 1040A for 2017?

2017 Form 1040A Form 1040A U.S. Individual Income Tax Return (99) 2017 Department of the Treasury—Internal Revenue Service OMB No. 1545-0074 IRS Use Only—Do not write or staple in this space. Your first name and initial Last name Your social security number If a joint return, spouse’s first name and initial Last name

When to use Federal Form 1040 or 1040A?

If the return does not qualify to file on one of the less complex forms then this option will not be available and the return will use the more complex form automatically. If your return is currently using a Federal Form 1040-EZ and you would like to use Federal Form 1040 or Federal Form 1040A instead:

Do you get Form 1040 or 1040EZ?

You may have received a Form 1040A or 1040EZ in the mail because of the return you filed last year. If your situation has changed this year, it may be to your advantage to file a Form 1040 instead. For example, you may pay less tax by filing a Form 1040 because you have enough deductions to itemize this year.

Where do I find Federal Form 1040A online?

From within your TaxAct return ( Online or Desktop), click on the Federal tab. On smaller devices, click the menu icon in the upper left-hand corner, then select Federal If your return is currently using a Federal Form 1040A and you would like to use Federal Form 1040: From within your TaxAct return ( Online or Desktop), click on the Federal tab.