how many years of back tax returns should i keep?
Note: Keep copies of your filed tax returns. They help in preparing future tax returns and making calculations if you file an amended return. 1. You owe additional tax and situations (2), (3), and (4), below, do not apply to you: Keep records for three years. 2. You do not report income that you should report, and it is more than 25% of the gross income shown on your return: Keep records for six years. 3. You file a fraudulent return: Keep records indefinitely. 4. You do not file a return: Keep records indefinitely. 5. You file a claim for credit or refund after you file your return: Keep records for three years from the date you filed your original return or two years from the date you paid the tax, whichever is later. 6.