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Publication 524 2003 Tax Year

Publication 524
Introductory Material

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Table of Contents

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Introduction

If you qualify, the law provides a number of credits that can reduce the tax you owe for a year. One of these credits is the credit for the elderly or the disabled.

This publication explains:

  • Who qualifies for the credit for the elderly or the disabled, and
  • How to figure this credit.

You may be able to take this credit if you are:

  • Age 65 or older, or
  • Retired on permanent and total disability.

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Useful Items - You may want to see:

Publication

  • 554 Older Americans' Tax Guide
  • 967 The IRS Will Figure Your Tax

Forms (and instructions)

  • Schedule R (Form 1040) Credit for the Elderly or the Disabled
  • Schedule 3 (Form 1040A) Credit for the Elderly or the Disabled for Form 1040A Filers

See How To Get Tax Help, near the end of this publication, for information about getting these publications and forms.

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