Get Il Dor Il-1040 2018

Filing your individual income tax return online using the IL DoR IL-1040 can be a straightforward process. This guide aims to support you through each section and field of the form with clear and detailed instructions.

Follow the steps to successfully complete your IL-1040 online.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Begin by entering your personal information in Step 1. This includes your name, Social Security number, and mailing address. Ensure to provide complete Social Security numbers for both yourself and your spouse if applicable. Indicate your filing status by selecting one of the provided options.
3. For Step 2, focus on your income. Begin with your federal adjusted gross income as reported on your federal Form 1040. Additionally, report any federally tax-exempt interest and other additions that apply to you by following the prompts.
4. In Step 3, calculate your base income. Subtract any allowed subtractions from your total income. According to the instructions, this includes specific retirement incomes and Illinois Income Tax overpayments.
5. Proceed to Step 4 to enter your exemptions. Assess whether you are eligible for exemptions for yourself, your spouse, or any dependents, and input the corresponding amounts.
6. In Step 5, calculate your net income and corresponding tax. Ensure you multiply your net income by the applicable tax rate as instructed.
7. For Step 6, keep track of any tax credits that may apply to you. Input any amounts for credits that can reduce your tax liability.
8. Next, complete Step 7 which accounts for any other taxes owed such as household employment tax or use tax for out-of-state purchases.
9. Move to Step 8 to report payments and refundable credits. Sum all applicable payments from various sources.
10. In Step 9, if you have payments greater than total tax owed, calculate your potential refund by subtracting the total tax from your payments. Conversely, if total tax is higher, denote the amount owed.
11. Finalize your return by completing any signature fields required in Step 13, specifically if you are filing jointly. Ensure to accurately fill out your and your spouse's signature, along with identification information.
12. Once all steps are completed, you can save your changes, download, print, or share the form as needed.

Start your online filing today to ensure timely submission and faster refunds.