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This is question 106 on the FAFSA. The legal signature provided by the preparer indicates that the information provided on this form is accurate to the best of his/her knowledge. A preparer is anyone who charges a fee for helping you fill out your FAFSA.

Failure to sign return – IRC § 6695(b): Penalty is $50 for each failure of a tax preparer to sign a tax return or refund claim (maximum penalty cannot be greater than $27,000 in calendar year 2022).

Taxpayers must sign individual income tax returns electronically. There are currently two methods for signing individual income tax returns electronically (see Electronic Signature Methods, below).

Be signed by at least one of the tax filers. The signature must be on the line on the tax return designated for the signature of the tax filer. Or, include the tax preparer's stamped, typed, signed, or printed name and SSN, EIN (Employer Identification Number), or PTIN (Preparer Tax Identification Number).

Paid preparers must sign and include their PTIN on the return. Not signing a return is a red flag that the paid preparer may be looking to make a fast buck by promising a big refund or charging fees based on the size of the refund.

Unsigned forms. An unsigned tax return isn't valid. In most cases, both spouses must sign a joint return. Exceptions may apply for members of the armed forces or other taxpayers who have a valid power of attorney.