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New Member
posted Jan 9, 2024 5:26:54 PM

Can i add my 2021 1098-t form to my 2023 taxes?

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Level 15
Jan 9, 2024 5:28:23 PM

No. You would have to amend your 2021 return. 

Level 15
Jan 10, 2024 5:24:37 AM

Q. Can I add my 2021 1098-T form to my 2023 taxes?

A.  No.  You would have to amend your 2021 return to claim it. If you did not file a 2021 return, you can still file one. It cannot be e-filed. You will have to mail it. 

 

What are you hoping to achieve?  For most college age students, the parent claims the  tuition credit ("files the1098-T") on their tax return, not the student.  If some of a student's scholarship is taxable, the student may have to use the 1098-T, as well.

There's a new urban myth among college students that says they can get a $1000 from the government just for filing a tax form. For most of them, they simply aren't eligible. A full time unmarried student, under age 24, even if you don't qualify as a dependent, is only eligible for the refundable portion of the American Opportunity Credit if he supports himself by working. You cannot be supporting yourself on parental support, 529 plans or student loans & grants. It is usually best if the parent claims that credit. 

You cannot claim a credit if you are, or can be, claimed as a dependent by someone else.

 

Reference: Line 7 instructions for form 8863. https://www.irs.gov/instructions/i8863

 

New Member
Feb 1, 2024 8:48:22 AM

where do i mail the 1098-t form to if i never filed it and tried filing it for 2023? I know it needs to be amended but i dont where to mail the form to. Thanks!

New Member
Feb 1, 2024 8:51:33 AM

I also worked as a auotmotive technician and paid for items on a tool truck. i was informed i could claim my expenses on my taxes. Is this true and if so, how can i file them?

Expert Alumni
Feb 1, 2024 8:59:03 AM

Only if you are self-employed.   Job-related expenses for W-2 employees are no longer deductible on most people’s federal return in tax years 2018 through 2025.    

Level 15
Feb 1, 2024 9:25:00 AM

Q.  where do i mail the 1098-t form to if i never filed it and tried filing it for 2023?

A. You don't mail the 1098-T anywhere.  You don't even attach it to your amended tax return.

You mail  your  amended tax return (form 1040X), per the instructions.

 

 

How to amend https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1894381-how-to-amend-change-or-correct-a-return-you-already-filed