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The existence of "transcripts" of W2, 1099, 1098, etc, in
no way signify the existence of a return. Only if IRS makes
an SFR (substitute for a return) will such information be
present.

ChEAr$,
Harlan Lunsford, EA n LA

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Referring to "information returns", W2, 1099, etc.......The
IRP transcript might reflect both the original as well as
amendments.

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This raises a question in my mind. Do the transcripts
reflect the return only as originally filed, or does it also
reflect amendments that may have been filed and processed
after the original filing.

Thanks.

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Said form 4506T is used to request transcripts of tax
returns already filed as opposed to obtaining copies of
W2's, 1099's, etc on record with IRS for use in filing.

Call 1-800-829-1040 and work through the menus (you know,
press one for English!)

ChEAr$,
Harlan Lunsford, EA n LA

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I think you can get these more quickly and without cost at
your friendly IRS customer service counter. Ask for an
IRPTR (Information Returns Master File Transcript Request)
for each year for which you need income source documents.
They should be able to provide locally printed information
within an hour or so of your request. If they can't or
won't print them at the IRS office, they can obtain hard
copies printed at the Service Center in about a week.

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Actually, I believe getting transcripts (not actual copies
of returns) is simple - just call the IRS and ask. Past year
forms can be downloaded from www.irs.gov

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I believe you need to file a 4506-T for each year and for
each form. Go to IRS.gov.

Dick

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I'm trying to get my act together after 3 years of oblivion.
How do I get IRS transcripts of reported income for 2004,
2005, and 2006 so I can file returns for them and 2007
between now and Feb 2008?

I know I have no taxes due for any of those years and will
get a whopping refund.

Thanks,

Walt

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