Congress made many significant tax changes in late 2010, including passage of the Tax Relief Act, that will have a major impact over the next several years. Tax Credit of up to $8,000 for First-Time Homebuyers and $6,500 for Existing Homeowners

How many years later can you file a tax return?

If you are due a refund for withholding or estimated taxes, you must file your return to claim it within 3 years of the return due date. The same rule applies to a right to claim tax credits such as the Earned Income Credit.

Is there a tax deduction for taxes paid in a prior year?

If the taxes you paid this year related to a prior year was for Federal income taxes, there is no deduction on the current year return and that amount is not entered anywhere on the current year return.

When do you have to pay federal income tax?

The deadlines for individuals to file and pay most federal income taxes are extended to May 17, 2021. First quarter estimated tax payments for individuals are still due on April 15.

When did the federal tax law change for 2017?

Here is a summary of all federal tax law changes between 2010 – 2017. The article below is accurate for your 2017 taxes, the one that you file this year by the April 2018 deadline, including a few retroactive changes due to the passing of tax reform. Some tax information below will change for your 2018 taxes, but won’t impact your 2017 taxes.

What was the tax credit for 2010-2017?

The cap on tax-free transit passes is now $240 a month as well, the same as for parking. For 2010 through 2017, the Hope credit is replaced by a new credit. Now called the American Opportunity Tax Credit, it provides a credit of up to $2,500 per student per year for four years of college.

What was the standard tax deduction for 2010?

For 2010, each personal exemption you can claim is worth $3,650, the same as in 2009. For 2010, the standard deduction for married taxpayers filing a joint return is $11,400, the same as in 2009. For single filers, the amount is $5,700 in 2010, up by $250 over 2009.