The UK tax system for employees without additional income is pretty straightforward (Pay As You Earn). However, over 10 million UK residents must submit a self-assessment tax return each year, which got us thinking. Self-assessments can be complex, depending on the individual’s circumstances. However, what do those in the US do? How does the US tax system work? The self-assessment.co.uk website is full of helpful information for UK taxpayers, but we thought we’d provide a summary of the US tax system – for those who were curious. And seeing as our team focuses on writing about UK tax, we thought we’d ask Chat GPT to explain more about the US tax system.
Here’s what Chat GPT had to say regarding how the US tax system works
The US tax system is a complex system of federal, state, and local taxes that are levied on individuals and businesses. Here is a brief summary of how the US tax system works:
- The federal government levies income taxes on individuals and corporations based on their earnings. The tax rate varies depending on income level, with higher earners paying a higher percentage of their income in taxes.
- In addition to federal income tax, there are also Social Security and Medicare taxes that are taken out of employees’ paychecks. Employers also pay a portion of these taxes.
- Most states also levy income taxes, although the rate and structure of these taxes varies widely from state to state. Some states also have additional taxes, such as sales taxes or property taxes.
- The US tax system is based on a system of deductions, credits, and exemptions. These can be used to reduce the amount of taxes owed by individuals and businesses.
- Tax returns are typically due by April 15th of each year, and taxpayers must report their income and deductions to determine their tax liability. Taxpayers can file their taxes electronically or by mail.
- The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is the federal agency responsible for administering the tax code and enforcing tax laws. The IRS has the authority to audit taxpayers and assess penalties for non-compliance.
Overall, the US tax system is complex and can be challenging to navigate. Taxpayers often rely on the assistance of tax professionals or tax preparation software to help them file their taxes accurately and on time.
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