If I don’t owe either federal or NY state tax, do I still need to file tax by April 18, 2017?
Do I have to file NY state taxes if I owe nothing?
Yes, the requirements for filing a New York tax return have nothing to do with whether you owe tax or getting a refund. Whether you have to file a New York return depends on your income and, if you are a NY resident, and whether you are required to file a federal income tax return.
What happens if I don’t file my taxes but don’t owe?
If you fail to file your taxes on time, you’ll likely encounter what’s called a Failure to File Penalty. The penalty for failing to file represents 5% of your unpaid tax liability for each month your return is late, up to 25% of your total unpaid taxes. If you’re due a refund, there’s no penalty for failure to file.
Do I have to file a federal and state tax return?
Filing a federal return – Many states will require you to file state taxes if you’re also required to file federal taxes. Having income over a threshold – In some states, you’ll only need to file if your income is above a certain threshold. This amount will vary state-by-state and can also vary by your filing status.
Do I have to file state taxes in New York?
Generally, you must file a New York State income tax return if you’re a New York State resident and are required to file a federal return. You may also have to file a New York State return if you’re a nonresident of New York and you have income from New York State sources.
What is the minimum income to file NY state taxes?
If you did not have to file a federal return, but your federal adjusted gross income plus New York State additions were more than $4,000 ($3,100 or more if you can be claimed as a dependent on another taxpayer’s federal return), then you are required to file a state return.
What form do I need to file NY state tax return?
Form IT-201
Form IT-201, Resident Income Tax Return.
Do I have to file taxes if I didn’t make any money?
If you didn’t earn any income in the last tax year, you’re not obligated to file a tax return. The IRS has minimum income requirements that change annually based on inflation as well as your tax status, such as single, married filing separately or jointly, head of household, etc.
Do I need to file a tax return if I have no taxable income?
Individuals who fall below the minimum may still have to file a tax return under certain circumstances; for instance, if you had $400 in self-employment earnings, you’ll have to file and pay self-employment tax. If you have no income, however, you aren’t obligated to file.
How do I file a zero income tax return?
Here’s how it works if you do not have a tax filing requirement:
- Go to IRS.gov/FreeFile.
- Select “Choose an IRS Free File Offer” blue button.
- Select “Browse all offers” and look for a product that has no minimum income requirement.
Who has to file a NYC tax return?
New York City residents must pay a Personal Income Tax which is administered and collected by the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance. Most New York City employees living outside of the 5 boroughs (hired on or after January 4, 1973) must file Form NYC-1127.
Who must file a NY nonresident return?
According to Form IT-203-I, you must file a New York part-year or nonresident return if: You have any income from a New York source and your New York AGI exceeds your New York State standard deduction. You want to claim a refund for any New York State, New York City, or Yonkers taxes that were withheld from your pay.
Who is required to file a tax return?
Most U.S. citizens – and permanent residents who work in the United States – need to file a tax return if they make more than a certain amount for the year. You may want to file even if you make less than that amount, because you may get money back if you file.