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Form 4255

  1. Country USA
  2. Language English
  3. Activity Taxes
  4. Department Internal Revenue Service
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Form 4255

Recapture of Investment Credit

Rev. December 2023

Form 4255 (Rev. December 2023) is a tax form from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Department of the Treasury, for reporting recapture of investment credit. The document outlines instructions and columns to fill in details of various properties, including their original investment credit rates, credit bases, net changes in financing, and recapture taxes due to increases in nonqualified nonrecourse financing or disposition of properties. This form applies to rehabilitation, energy, advanced coal projects, qualifying gasification projects, qualifying advanced energy projects, and advanced manufacturing investment properties.

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FAQ
  • Who needs to file Form 4255?

    Taxpayers who have donated a conservation easement and claimed a tax credit under section 170(h) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) must file Form 4255 if they wish to recover additional tax based on an increase in the value of the property after the easement was granted.

  • Do you want to add any additional properties with eligible credits?

    No, I do not have any additional properties with eligible credits.

  • Is there any additional information or explanations you would like to provide regarding the energy credit carryforward?

    No, I do not have any further information or explanation regarding the energy credit carryforward.

  • What is the due date for filing Form 4255?

    Form 4255 should be filed with the taxpayer's annual income tax return for the year in which the increase in basis occurred, unless the taxpayer requested and received a grant of extension of time to file. The form must be signed by the taxpayer or their representative and certified by the IRS.

  • What information is required in Form 4255?

    Form 4255 requires information about the taxpayer, the conservation easement, the appraised value of the property before and after the conservation easement was granted, the credit taken for the conservation easement, and any previous reductions or carryovers of the credit.

  • What is Form 4255 used for?

    Form 4255, Application for Recovery of Tax Based on Increase in Market Value of Property Involved in a Conservation Easement, is used to calculate and report the increase in tax basis of property due to the donation of a conservation easement.

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Form 4255 is one of Tax forms that are documents used to report income, deductions, and tax liability to the relevant tax authority. These forms are an essential part of the tax filing process and are used to ensure individuals and businesses comply with tax laws and accurately calculate their tax obligations.

The specific tax forms required can vary depending on factors such as an individual's filing status, sources of income, and the country's tax laws. However, here are some common types of tax forms:

Individual Income Tax Forms: These forms, such as the 1040 series in the United States, are used by individuals to report their income, claim deductions and credits, and calculate their tax liability.

Business Tax Forms: Businesses, including sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, and self-employed individuals, may have to file various forms to report their income, expenses, and taxes owed. Examples include Schedule C (Profit or Loss from Business) and Form 1120 (U.S. Corporation Income Tax Return).

Employment Tax Forms: Employers are required to report employee wages and withhold and remit payroll taxes. Forms such as W-2 (Wage and Tax Statement) and 941 (Employer's Quarterly Federal Tax Return) are used for this purpose.

Investment and Retirement Account Forms: These forms are used to report investment income, capital gains, and losses, as well as contributions and distributions from retirement accounts. Examples include Form 1099-DIV (Dividends and Distributions) and Form 5498 (IRA Contribution Information).

Estate and Gift Tax Forms: When a person passes away or makes significant gifts, specific forms such as Form 706 (United States Estate (and Generation-Skipping Transfer) Tax Return) and Form 709 (United States Gift (and Generation-Skipping Transfer) Tax Return) are used to report and calculate any applicable estate or gift taxes.

It is important to note that tax laws and forms can change over time, so individuals and businesses should consult the relevant tax authority or seek professional tax advice to ensure compliance with the current requirements.

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