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Other Deduction Questions

Question:   I am in a disaster area and heard the IRS could help me. What can the IRS do?

Answer:   If you have been affected by a Presidentially declared disaster, the IRS may help you by:

  • Allowing additional time for filing returns and making payments, and in some circumstances, waiving penalties if the disaster has caused you to file or pay late.
  • The IRS may also, provide copies or transcripts of previously filed returns, free of charge.
  • You may be eligible to file for a casualty loss deduction on the prior year's tax return, or if you have already filed, by submitting an amended return (Form 1040X).

Additional Information:
Category: Itemized Deductions/Standard Deductions

Subcategory: Other Deduction Questions


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The OMB number for this study is 1545-1432.
If you have any comments regarding this study, please write to:
IRS, Tax Products Coordinating Committee
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