Historical Newspapers of South Carolina

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Errors m By David Corvett8 Staff Writer Taxpayers who filed federal income tax returns * early in the year should receive refunds in less than 10 weeks, but refunds may be delayed for various reasons, according tn an Internal Revenue Service spokesman. Mike Barnett, acting public affairs officer for the South Carolina District IRS office, said tax return errors are the most common reasons for delayed refunds. "Many people make the mistake of leaving out information regarding addresses, Social Security numbers or name changes, whereas others either include inaccurate in formation on their tax forms, use the wrong tax tables to compute their tax or claim deductions for which they are ineligible," Barnett said. INCORRECT or missing addresses or Social Security numbers on federal tax returns is a frequent reason for delayed refunds, Barnett said. However, using the preprinted, peel-off label included in the tax package can prevent this problem. ^JrjtOKNELL ARMS EMKMACYL ' PHONE 7 99-IS96 ' SUMTER A PtNDLtTOH STS. COLUMBIA,S.C. OPEN 7AM 9PM WE CASH CHECKS EVERYDAY LOW PRICES ON FILM PROCESSING 1 2 exp. print 2.89 20 exp. print 3.99 24 exp. print 4.49 36 exp. print 6.09 HIGH QUALITY 1 ALL WORK GUARANTEED 48 HR SERVICE * THIS MONTH SPECIAL Super 8 $1.39 Reg 8 per 2.0 exp. Slide roll April 1 to April 30 BEER SPECIAL 3uo Cans $2.59 ALL SUNTAN AND TAN CARE PRODUCTS 10% OFF Hawaiian Tropic Coppertone Bain De-Soleil faster ? April 19th HALLMARK CARDS WHITMAN CANDY We have 3 locations to serve you! Long's Cornell Arms Pharmacy 94 5 Sumter Long's at Kilbourne (Campbell's) 600 Kilbourne Long's at Millwood 2716 Millwood WE CASH CHECKS OPEN 7AM 9PM A r /(OfcNIU ARMS HMMAf \f. ' 3 fMONE 709 IS96 ' StHTtX A PfNDUTC* STS. COLUMBIA, S.C. ? ay slow i If the information on the i label is incorrect, it should i be corrected right on the label, Barnettsaid. People whose names have changed, such as newlyweds, should report their new names to the local Social Security Administration office to avoid ueiays arising irum names no longer matching Social Security numbers. Perhaps the most common omission is forgetting to sign , the tax return, Barnett said. Many married couples do not realize both the husband and wife must sign, even if only one had an income. "Taxpayers expecting refunds will experience delays if the return is not properly signed," Barnett said. Another common error is neglecting to attach all pertinent information to the tax form, Barnett said. All supporting documents and schedules, such as W-2 earnings statements and statements verifying certain deductions, should be securely attached to the 1040 or 1040A tax form, he said BARNETT said, however, "Not all errors which result I r?? I I I I refunds in delayed refunds are due to forgetfulness." Faulty arithmetic and ; using the wrong tax table nan alert nanco iinnanaccor VU*? VUVMV U?4l?VWvJvJU* J pi delays. Taxpayers should I carefully read the tax in struction booklet and use the tax table or tax rate schedule that matches their filing status. They should also check their arithmetic to make sure all entries are correct, Barnett said. The GAMECOCK is the student newspaper of the University of South Carolina and is published three times a week on Mondays. Wednesdays and Fridays during the fall and spring semesters and once weekly on Wednesdays during both summer sessions with the exception of university holidays and examination periods Opinions expressed In the I] GAMECOCK are those of the editors j and not those of the University of [J South Carolina. [ The University of South Carolina is M an equal opportunity institution. ! 1 The Board of Student Publications and Communications is the publisher j of the GAMECOCK. The Student ' Media Office is the parent organization of the GAMECOCK. Change of address forms, subscription requests and other correspondence should be sent to the GAMECOCK. Box 85131. Russell House. University of South Carolina. Columbia. S.C. 29208. Subscription rates are $5.50 per semester and $2 for the summer sessions. Third class postage paid at Columbia. S.C. MM $2.00 is off! || i i 30 minute guarantee ! If your pizza does not ! arrive within 30 minutes! present this coupon to J' [ the driver for $2.00 off." J B Fast, Free Delivery ;; 1124 Devine St. Phone:256-8151 | _ HD rAII Y Dinr per (Salad 724 Han Hrs. 5 D.rr ? ! 7C / KJ Designers are to jeans as Domino's is to pizza. It figures. With fresh ingredients we can design a pizza to fit your taste and budget. 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