Glossary

Form 8275 – Disclosure Statement (reiterated here for general tax compliance)

What is Form 8275 – The Disclosure Statement and When Should You Use It?

Form 8275, the Disclosure Statement, is an IRS form used to explain a tax position taken on a tax return that is not clearly supported by tax law or that contradicts IRS guidance. Filing Form 8275 can help taxpayers avoid penalties for underpayment of taxes if the position is deemed reasonable.

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