how to file nj state taxes as a power of attorney for someone

Can you enter more than one tax type?

You may enter more than one tax type and indicate the tax year(s) and/or tax period(s) applicable in Section 3. If you desig-nate a specific tax but no tax year or period, the M-5008-R will apply to all tax years and periods. If you designate a specific tax year or period but not a specific tax type, this form will apply to all tax types for the designated tax year or period. If you do not designate either a tax type or a tax period, this form will apply to all taxes and all periods. Note: If a managerial member is filing this form on behalf of a combined group, a representative can be designated only for Corporation Business Tax issues.

Who must sign M-5008-R?

You, or an individual you authorize to execute the Form M-5008-R on your behalf , must sign and date the form. You or the representative(s) may be required to provide identification and evidence of authority to sign this document.

What is a M-5008-R?

By executing and filing the M-5008-R with the Division of Taxation, you automatically revoke all earlier Appointment(s) of Taxpayer Representative and/or Power(s) of Attorney on file with the Division of Taxation for the tax matters and years or pe-riods listed in Section 3 unless you check the box in Section 6.

What is a state power of attorney?

The State Tax Power of Attorney allows for an individual or entity to use another party, usually an accountant or tax attorney, to have the ability to file taxes on behalf of the taxpayer. Federal Taxes (IRS Form 2848) – If a party is to represent someone else for taxes that are to be filed with the Internal Revenue Service they must fill-in Form ...

Who can file taxes on behalf of the taxpayer?

The State Tax Power of Attorney allows for an individual or entity to use another party, usually an accountant or tax attorney, to have the ability to file taxes on behalf of the taxpayer.

What is a 2848 form?

The power of attorney form, or federal form 2848, is a legal document that gives another person the ability to discuss your tax matters with the IRS for a specific period of time, outlined within the form itself. This person is then the legal representative to the IRS for tax matters.

What is a POA on a tax return?

Form 8453 has a specific box to check if you are attaching a POA indicating that the individual has authority to sign the tax return: Form 2848, Power of Attorney and Declaration of Representative (or POA that states the agent is granted authority to sign the return)

When is a power of attorney terminated?

A power of attorney is generally terminated if you become incapacitated or in- competent. The power of attorney can continue, however, in the case of your incapacity or incompetency if you authorize this on line 5a “Other acts authorized” of the Form 2848. Does this mean I should also add words like these to Line 5a:

How long do you have to file 1040?

3) Complete line 3; income, 1040, 2018-2020. You are allowed prospective years but I don't recommend more than 3 years.

What is Form 2848?

Form 2848 is the IRS’s own version of a POA. Form 8453 is needed whenever mailing a paper document related to an e-filed return. Of course, I would prefer to use Method (1).