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Get control over your tax situation. Learn how to prepare your tax return, lower your tax burden through smart tax planning strategies, and compare tax preparation software. Plus get answers to your tax questions from the About.com Guide to Tax Planning.

There are a few 1040 instructions for you to follow to make sure that you fill it out properly. It is always a good idea to have at least two copies to give you a draft to use and a chance to make mistakes without penalties. Carefully read through the entire form before writing anything down to understand the 1040 instructions for using the form. If your name and address are on a label, apply it to the form as your final step. Ensure your social security number is printed correctly. Mark your filing status. If your parents claim you as a dependent, you cannot claim an exemption for yourself. Also, you cannot exempt your spouse if their parents claim him or her as a dependent.

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