🇺🇸 US Tax Season 2025: Everything you need to know to file your Income Tax Return

Logic Accounting July 22, 2025

Filing income tax in the United States can seem challenging, especially for those still adjusting to the country. But with planning, organization, and expert support, this process becomes simpler and even advantageous.

A Logic Empire Group We've prepared this comprehensive guide to help you understand who needs to file a tax return, what documents are required, which taxes apply, and how to expedite your refund.

Who needs to file income tax in the United States?

The requirement depends on factors such as Annual income, tax return status, age, and tax residency..

📌 Income limits in 2025:

  • Singles (under 65 years old): starting from $13.850

  • Couples: starting from $27.700

  • Heads of household: starting from $20.800

📌 Other mandatory cases:

  • Self-employed workers with profits above $400

  • Immigrants with income in the USA

  • Those who received retirement benefits, dividends, or capital gains.

What taxes are charged?

The American system includes federal, state and local taxes. See the main ones:

  • Federal Income Tax: varies between 10% and 37%

  • State and local: until 10% additional, depending on the state

  • Payroll tax: 7,65% for employees and 15,3% for freelancers

  • Capital gains: between 15% and 20%

  • AMT (Alternative Minimum Tax)

  • Property tax, donations and sales

Required documents

  • W-2: for those who work with a formal employment contract

  • 1099: for freelancers, self-employed individuals, and investors

  • SSA-1099: for retirees

  • Deductible expenses: health, education, donations, mortgage

  • Proof of dependents and ITIN

  • Previous tax returns and proof of taxes paid.

Logic's tip: keep a digital or physical folder with these documents organized throughout the year.

Need more time? Request an extension.

You can request up to 6 additional months filling in the form 4868, However, you need to estimate and pay the amount due by April 15th to avoid penalties.

Will you receive a refund? Here's how to speed it up:

  • Send the declaration. electronically

  • Opt for direct deposit into bank account

  • Avoid errors in personal or banking information.

Deductions and credits that help you pay less.

  • Standard deduction: $15.000 (singles) or $30.000 (couples)

  • Credit for dependent minors

  • Education loan (American Opportunity Credit)

  • Low-income loan credit (EITC)

Credits reduce directly the amount to be paid and may generate a refund.

 How can Logic help you?

With over 15 years of experience in Brazil and the United States, Logic Empire Group He is a specialist in international accounting and tax management.

We offer:

  • Comprehensive tax advisory services for residents and non-residents.

  • Document organization

  • Support with extensions, deductions, and tax strategies.

  • Planning for entrepreneurs, investors, and freelancers.

Tax season doesn't have to be a nightmare. With the right organization and support from Logic, you can avoid mistakes, take advantage of deductions, and even receive more in taxes.

Speak to Logic now and declare with confidence.


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