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imz2b
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January 31, 2020
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Do I need to file a tax return 2019 ?

  • January 31, 2020
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I'm a full-time university student. I received form 1098-T and 1095-B this Jan. I'm still pretty new about the form stuff. I want to know if I need to file a tax return for them or there is nothing I need to do.

 

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StratigosA08
Level 8
February 1, 2020

With respect to receiving a 1095-B, there is no need to file a tax return. Only those that receive 1095-A's MUST reconcile by filing a tax return.

 

The 1098-T also does not create a filing requirement in and of itself. As long as you made NO more than $12,000 you are not required to file a tax return.

 

[Edited 2-1-2020 | 11:39 AM PST] to clarify that income ABOVE $12,000 is what triggers the filing requirement.

 

@VolvoGirl @imz2b 

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    imz2bAuthor
    Level 2
    February 1, 2020

    what does it mean "As long as you made more than $12,000"?

     

    The total amount on the Box 1 of my 1098-T is $11,638.34, and on the Box 5 is $9,034.00.  Is that "$12,000" has anything related to my 1098-T?

    VolvoGirl
    VolvoGirl
    Level 15
    February 1, 2020

    He must have said it backward....as long as you made LESS than $12,200 you don't have to file.  Unless you get a 1099Misc for self employment income.

     

    Are you a dependent? Does your parents claim you?

    Do you need to file a return?

    https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/filing-and-paying-taxes/help/do-i-need-to-file-a-federal-return-this-year/00/25546

     

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