Dennis Tax Service

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need to bring to my appointment?

The common items to bring are forms of identification and social security cards, W2s, 1099, Business Expenses, Social Security Statement, Interest & Dividends statements, Mortgage 1098, Property Taxes paid, Charity, Student Loan Interest paid, Tuition 1098T, K-12 grade registration fees, Stock forms if any stocks were sold, Child Care paid with EIN# (Employer Identification Number)

How can I check on my refund?

Please go to the tab "Refunds/Payments" and click on "IRS Refund Status" the link will direct you to the IRS page to check the status of your refund. You will need your SSN, amount of refund and filing status. Refunds can take up to 21 business days to process.

I'm filling out my W4?

List Single if Single or Married and both partners are employed.

Married filing jointy if only 1 spouse is employed. Head of Household if you provide a household for a dependent you are claiming. Dependents age 0-16 are worth $2,000, age 17 and above are worth $500.

**If you have more than 1 employer in the fiscal year you need to use the IRS calculator and list the amount calculated under Extra Withholding. Tax Withholding Estimator | Internal Revenue Service

How can I verify what I owe the IRS?

You will need to create and account and login, once logged in you will see amounts and records. Only you can create this account. Please use this link to create or login to an account: Online account for individuals | Internal Revenue Service

What do I do if I can't afford to pay my balance due by April 15?

If you can't pay off the entire balance we encourage you to pay as much as you possibly can, then apply for a payment plan through the IRS online at:

https://www.irs.gov/payments/online-payment-agreement-application (The IRS compounds interest daily)

Can I still claim my child ages 16-23 if they are working?

You can continue to claim your child as a dependent if they are still a

full-time student in high school or college, no matter the amount of

money they make.

Requested an IP PIN due to fraud?

If you have an IP Pin you will receive a new pin each year in the mail. If you don't receive it you can request a new one online. We cannot file your return electronically if you were issued an IP PIN and don't have it at the time of filing. Get an identity protection PIN | Internal Revenue Service