Form 709

[AccTaxMan]

I have a client who needs to file a gift tax return. But the 2010 Form 709 is not available yet...what are we supposed to do? Can we use the 2009 form, cross out '2009' and write '2010' on it?

[DaveinTexas]

File an extension?

You could always file an extension if you are worried about time constraints. Filing form 4868 will give your client until October 15th to file the return, along with their personal return.

Or by using form 8892 if your client does not want to extend their personal return.

Or just wait until the form is available...I never liked crossing out years.