How long should I keep my tax documents?

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  It can take up to 12 weeks to process from the time IRS receives it.

• I have lost all my documents for tax year 2013. Where should I go or how to get a copy of my documents?

  The first step that you need to do is call and ask your tax office if they have a copy of your documents. If they don’t have it, you can go to IRS.gov and request a copy of the transcript for that year. When you are on the IRS website, type ...

• I’m only a permanent resident, can I use the long form when filing?

  Yes, you can use the long form and itemize your deductions even if you are not a US Citizen.

• I didn’t keep the receipts for my work expenses, can I still claim them?

  Only if you have other means of proof such as bank statements or cancelled checks.

• What are Tax Exemptions?

  There are different kinds of Tax exemptions, however,  they all can either reduce or eliminate your obligation to pay income tax. Personal exemptions You can claim one personal tax exemption (Married filing jointly gets one exemption each). The ...