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Taxpayers, who currently use Forms 8878 or 8879 to sign electronic Forms 1040 federal tax returns or filing extensions, can use an e-signature to sign and electronically submit these forms to their Electronic Return Originator (ERO).

The 1040EZ form was one of the most widely used tax forms in the United States; however, due to recent changes in legislation, it has become outdated. The new 1040 tax form includes additional lines for reporting income from investments, rental properties, and businesses.

Although you will have to calculate your taxes yourself, the IRS allows you to e-file the forms at no charge?but you must create an online account with the IRS in order to do so.

The IRS allows you to prepare your tax return manually using fillable tax forms. Although you will have to calculate your taxes yourself, the IRS allows you to e-file the forms at no charge?but you must create an online account with the IRS in order to do so.

How do I sign my tax return when I e-file? You can sign your tax return electronically by using a Self-Select PIN, which serves as your digital signature when using tax preparation software, or a Practitioner PIN when using an Electronic Return Originator (ERO).

Form 1040-EZ was the easiest and least complicated to file, and was meant for individuals who didn't take any credits or deductions or made any adjustments to their income. Form 1040-A was considered the middle ground, and limited the amount of deductions and credits you could take.

On Line 1, include the income reported on your Form W-2 and attach your W-2 to the 1040EZ. On Line 2 you should report the taxable interest you earned. Remember, if this is more than $1,500 you cannot use Form 1040EZ. On Line 3, report any unemployment benefits or Alaska Permanent Fund dividend payments you received.