Taxpayers who need certain prior year tax return information can obtain it from the IRS. Here are nine things to know if you need federal tax return information from a previously filed tax return.
- There are three options for obtaining free copies of your federal tax return information – on the web, by phone or by mail.
- The IRS does not charge a fee for transcripts, which are presently available for the current tax year as well as the past three tax years.
- A tax return transcript shows most line items from your tax return as it was originally filed, including any accompanying forms and schedules. It does not reflect any changes made after the return was filed. Continue reading