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1) What is the IRS Data Retrieval Tool?

2) How do I transfer my tax information to the FAFSA?

3) What are the advantages to using the IRS DRT when filing the FAFSA?

4) Do I have to use the IRS DRT?

5) Will everyone be able to use the IRS DRT?

6) When will I be able to retrieve my tax information using the IRS DRT?

7) What can I do if I've lost my tax return information?

IRS DRT

1) What is the IRS Data Retrieval Tool?

Short answer: A tool to directly transfer your tax information to the FAFSA from the IRS if you filed Federal Tax Return.

1) What is the IRS Data Retrieval Tool_ _ Demo Comprehensive _ Ocelot.mp4

2) How do I transfer my tax information to the FAFSA?

Short answer: By using the IRS DRT provided in the FAFSA.

2) How do I transfer my tax information to the FAFSA_ _ Demo Comprehensive _ Ocelot.mp4

3) What are the advantages to using the IRS DRT when filing the FAFSA?

Short answer: The information is directly transferred from the IRS and lower your chance of being selected for verification.

3) What are the advantages to using the IRS Data Retrieval Tool when filing my FAFSA_ _ Demo Comprehensive _ Ocelot.mp4

4) Do I have to use the IRS DRT?

Short answer: No, but you are more likely to be selected for verification.

4) Do I have to use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool_ _ Demo Comprehensive _ Ocelot.mp4

5) Will everyone be able to use the IRS DRT?

Short answer: No, there are circumstances where you cannot use the IRS DRT, watch the video for more information.

5) Will everyone be able to use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool when filing the FAFSA_ _ Demo Comprehensive _ Ocelot.mp4

6) When will I be able to retrieve my tax information using the IRS DRT?

Short answer: If you file electronically, you will be able to use the tool within approximately 2 weeks. If you file the paper version, you will be able to use the tool 6-8 weeks after you file.

6) When will I be able to retrieve my tax information using the IRS Data Retrieval Tool_ _ Demo Comprehensive _ Ocelot.mp4

7) What can I do if I've lost my tax return information?

Short answer: You can use the IRS DRT or request a tax return transcript from the IRS website.

7) What can I do if I’ve lost my tax return information_ _ Demo Comprehensive _ Ocelot.mp4

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