EV2 charging station tax filing - proof?

[acatwith12]

Can't find an answer - for those who installed a home EV charging station we are eligible for a federal tax credit. TurboTax gives me the option to fill out info and just asks about description and cost. I don't see anywhere to upload proof of receipt or the like. Is this something we have to do? When searching most websites say to upload/retain proof of installation

 

[Zebelkhan]

Can't find an answer - for those who installed a home EV charging station we are eligible for a federal tax credit. TurboTax gives me the option to fill out info and just asks about description and cost. I don't see anywhere to upload proof of receipt or the like. Is this something we have to do? When searching most websites say to upload/retain proof of installation

I don’t think you need to upload anything just like you don’t upload your W2 or 1099. You keep the receipts in case you are audited.

 

[Rico321]

You don't have to upload proof. Have proof if you get audited!

 

[ucmndd]

Like essentially all tax credits and rebates, the IRS doesn’t want copies of your receipts and documentation unless you are selected for audit/verification.

File them away with a copy of your return and keep them for 7 years.

 

[howardnj]

Can't find an answer - for those who installed a home EV charging station we are eligible for a federal tax credit. TurboTax gives me the option to fill out info and just asks about description and cost. I don't see anywhere to upload proof of receipt or the like. Is this something we have to do? When searching most websites say to upload/retain proof of installation

My accountant uses the professional version of Turbo Tax. He stays up to date on all the federal and NJ tax changes.
That is what i pay him for.
There is federal form 8811 for that

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Doing your own taxes is kind of like those trying to do proper EV Charger installations.
I'm not a tax person, nor am I an electrician.
Just happily retired and waiting for my M Y

 

[Mike_TV]

Like essentially all tax credits and rebates, the IRS doesn’t want copies of your receipts and documentation unless you are selected for audit/verification.

File them away with a copy of your return and keep them for 7 years.

7 years or 6 or 3 or 2 or indefinitely. Clear?

How long should I keep records? | Internal Revenue Service

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[snellenr]

7 years or 6 or 3 or 2 or indefinitely. Clear?

How long should I keep records? | Internal Revenue Service

Get tips on record retention -- Learn the period of limitation on income tax returns, connecting records with property and keeping records for nontax purposes.

www.irs.gov

"6. Keep records indefinitely if you file a fraudulent return."

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