Foolproof Ways to Get Your Tax Return Audited or Rejected
TAX SEASON IS UPON US, and what better time to add a little excitement to the mundane task of filing taxes? While most people aim to file their taxes accurately and without incident, why not spice things up a bit and aim for an audit or rejection instead? After all, who doesn't love a good challenge? Here are ways to get your tax return audited or rejected:
Creative Math: Throw caution to the wind and let your imagination run wild with your calculations. Forget about the numbers on your W-2 forms; just make up your income and deductions as you go along. Who needs accuracy when you can have creativity? The tax authority’s computer will catch math errors and when your income records submitted by Social Security, your employer, or financial institutions show different amounts than reported.
The Art of Omission: Embrace the minimalist approach by leaving out crucial information from your tax return. Don't bother reporting all your income sources or providing documentation for your deductions. After all, less is more, right? One common reason tax returns are rejected is because the filer fails to include the Health Insurance Marketplace Statement, IRS Form 1095-A.
Procrastination Nation: Why rush to file your taxes on time when you can procrastinate until the very last minute? Better yet, wait until after the deadline has passed and see how long you can go without filing. It's like playing a game of chicken with the IRS! Of course, the non-filing penalty with the IRS is 5% of the unpaid taxes for each month or part of a month that the tax return is late, but the penalty will not exceed 25% of your unpaid taxes. There is also interest charged on the late payment of taxes. The interest rate is much lower than the penalty for not filing.
Go Big or Go Home: Aim for the stars with your deductions and credits. Claim every possible deduction under the sun, regardless of whether you qualify for them or not. Remember, the bigger the deduction, the better your chances of catching the IRS's attention.
Mismatch Madness: Keep the IRS on their toes by providing conflicting information on your tax return. Make sure to report one thing to your employer and something entirely different to the IRS. It's like a fun game of spot-the-difference, but with higher stakes!
Cash is King: Channel your inner outlaw by underreporting your cash income. Who needs to report those under-the-table tips or side hustles anyway? Just remember to keep your fingers crossed that the IRS doesn't catch wind of your creative accounting tactics.
Signature Shmignature: Who has time to bother with signing their tax return? Skip the signature and date altogether and see what happens. After all, rules are made to be broken, right?
In conclusion, why settle for a boring, routine tax filing experience when you can inject a little excitement into your life by aiming for an audit or rejection? With these foolproof tips, you'll be on your way to a tax return adventure like no other. Just remember to have fun and embrace the chaos – after all, it's April Fool's Day!
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