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What is the Form 1045?

Form 1045 is the IRS Application for Tentative Refund. Individuals, estates, and trusts use it to apply for a quick refund from carrying back a net operating loss, an unused general business credit, a net section 1256 contracts loss, or certain claim-of-right adjustments.

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Who files Form 1045 and what is it used for?

Individuals, estates, and trusts file Form 1045 to request a fast, tentative refund from carrying back a net operating loss, an unused general business credit, a net section 1256 contracts loss, or a claim-of-right adjustment. It offers a quicker path than filing an amended return. You can complete and download the form here, then file it with the IRS yourself.

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