Get 2008 Form 8880

Filling out the 2008 Form 8880 is a straightforward process that allows users to claim the retirement savings contributions credit. This guide provides a clear, step-by-step approach to help you complete the form online with confidence.

Follow the steps to successfully complete your form.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Enter the name(s) as shown on your tax return in the designated field.
3. Provide your social security number in the relevant section.
4. Review the eligibility criteria listed. Ensure that neither you nor your spouse (if applicable) fall under the specified exclusions, such as being claimed as a dependent or being born after January 1, 1991.
5. Complete line 1 by entering your traditional and Roth IRA contributions for the year 2008, excluding any rollover contributions.
6. Fill in line 2 with your elective deferrals to a 401(k) or other employer plan, as well as any voluntary employee contributions.
7. Add lines 1 and 2, and enter this total on line 3.
8. If applicable, enter the distributions received after 2005 and before the due date of your 2008 return on line 4.
9. Subtract line 4 from line 3. If the result is zero or less, enter -0 in the field.
10. On line 5, enter the smaller amount of line 6 or $2,000 into each applicable column.
11. Sum the amounts in line 5 and enter the total on line 8. If this amount is zero, you cannot take this credit.
12. Carry over the total from Form 1040, line 38; Form 1040A, line 22; or Form 1040NR, line 36 to line 10.
13. Using the table, determine and enter the applicable decimal amount based on your filing status on line 9.
14. Multiply line 7 by line 9 and enter the figure on line 10.
15. Complete line 11 based on total credits from your specific form (1040, 1040A, or 1040NR).
16. Subtract line 12 from line 11 and ensure it is positive. If it is zero, you cannot claim this credit.
17. Finally, enter the smaller of line 10 or 13 on the provided line, as instructed for your specific form.
18. Once complete, save your changes, download the form, or print it for your records.

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