INSTRUCTIONS: MISSOURI INDIVIDUAL INCOME TAX RETURN AND PROPERTY TAX CREDIT CLAIM/PENSION EXEMPTION - SHORT FORM (Form 1040-P)

Most Missouri residents can file a short-form income tax return provided they read the instructions which come with this form 1040-P and meet all qualifications. This article discusses both this form and the documents which are bundled with it in package made available on the website of the Missouri Department of Revenue.

Missouri Individual Income Tax Return And Property Tax Credit Claim/Pension Exemption - Short Form 1040-P Step 1: The first form included here is the actual 1040-P short form income tax return. This can be completed whether you are filing as an individual or jointly with your spouse.

Missouri Individual Income Tax Return And Property Tax Credit Claim/Pension Exemption - Short Form 1040-P Step 2: Page three of this document is only to be completed by those who are seeking a tax exemption related to their pension, Social Security and Social Security Disability payments, as well as those seeking an exemption related to their military pension. Complete the section which applies to your case.

Missouri Individual Income Tax Return And Property Tax Credit Claim/Pension Exemption - Short Form 1040-P Step 3: Page four concerns itemized deductions and only needs to be completed if you itemized deductions on your federal tax return. If this is the case, you must also attach a copy of your completed federal 1040 return and federal Schedule A.

Missouri Individual Income Tax Return And Property Tax Credit Claim/Pension Exemption - Short Form 1040-P Step 4: The next form is a property tax credit. You are eligible for this credit if you are 65 years old or older, a completely disabled veteran as the result of military service, completely disabled in general, or a widow or widower who is 60 years old or older who is receiving benefits.

Missouri Individual Income Tax Return And Property Tax Credit Claim/Pension Exemption - Short Form 1040-P Step 5: If you are seeking a rent credit or exemption, complete the next form, which is a certification of rent paid for the tax year in question.

Missouri Individual Income Tax Return And Property Tax Credit Claim/Pension Exemption - Short Form 1040-P Step 6: The last form is a use tax return to be completed if you stored, used or consumed tangible personal property in Missouri.