Most tax rates have been reduced. The 2018 tax rates are 10%, 12%, 22%, 24%, 32%, 35%, and 37%. Standard deduction amount increased. For 2018, the standard deduction amount has been increased for all filers. The amounts are: ? Single or Married filing separately?$ 12,000. ? Married filing jointly or Qualifying widow(er)?$24,000. ? Head of household?$18,000. See chapter 21. Personal exemption suspended. For 2018, you can't claim a personal exemption for yourself, your spouse, or your dependents. See chapter 3. Increased child tax credit and additional child tax credit. For 2018, the maximum child tax credit has increased to $2,000 per qualifying child, of which $1,400 can be claimed for the additional child tax credit. In addition, the modified adjusted gross income threshold at which the credit begins to phase out has increased to $200,000 ($400,000 if married filing jointly). See chapter 33.

? Form 1040 has been redesigned. Forms 1040A and 1040EZ will no longer be used. ? Most tax rates have been reduced. ? The child tax credit amount has been increased up to $2,000. ? A new tax credit of up to $500 may be available for each dependent who doesn't qualify for the child tax credit. ? The deduction for state and local taxes has been limited. ? The deduction for miscellaneous expenses has been eliminated. ? The overall limit on itemized deductions has been eliminated. For details on these and other changes see What's New in these instructions.

This publication provides general information on Employer Identification Numbers (EINs). The topics included are: * What is an EIN * Information by type of business entity * When you need a new EIN * How to apply for an EIN * How to complete Form SS-4 * Where to apply for an EIN * How to avoid common problems