Schedule K-1 (Form 1065) - Purpose
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All partners are liable for the tax on their share of the partnership income, whether or not distributed, and must include this share on their personal tax returns. A Schedule K-1 (Form 1065) Partner’s Share of Income, Deductions, Credits, etc. must be provided to each person who was a partner at any time during the tax year; on or before the date the partnership's tax return is required to be filed.

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