I hope you find the information helpful. Social Security numbers are required on tax returns for any dependent born before November 1995. Next year, all dependents born before December 1996 will need numbers. For 1997 and beyond, all dependents must have numbers. Many EIC recipients and other taxpayers had their refunds delayed last year because of mismatches with Social Security Administration records.
Taxpayers can now have their tax refunds deposited directly into their checking accounts.
The refund check arrives sooner and there's no risk of someone stealing it. To arrange for direct deposit, fill out Form 8888 and attach it to the tax return. This is part of a continuing IRS effort to simplify procedures. IRS raised the standard mileage deduction rate to 30 cents, up one cent from the previous tax year. The EIC is available to married and single parents or caregivers.