Suppose you live in an area that’s prone to natural disasters. In that case, it’s essential to prepare to manage your important documents and paperwork and know what to do if those materials are lost. Here are some tips from the IRS:
- Contact the IRS or search their database online for help reconstructing records after a natural disaster or casualty loss.
- Download Publication 547, Casualties, Disasters, and Thefts, and Publication 584, Casualty, Disaster, and Theft Loss Workbook, to figure out your loss on business and income-producing properties in the event of a natural disaster.
- Read Publication 3067, IRS Disaster Assistance – Federally Declared Disaster, for information about how federally declared disasters affect individuals and business owners. This document also covers the assistance available to victims.
This information is not a substitute for individualized tax advice. Please discuss your specific tax issues with a qualified tax professional.
Tip adapted from IRS9
Footnotes and Sources
- IRS.gov, October 17, 2024