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The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Don\u2019t miss the tax deadline! Your 2024 federal tax return is due on April 15, 2025. If you expect a tax refund, it\u2019s best to file early so you can receive your refund faster. However, if you need more time to file your taxes, you can easily file a tax extension. While a tax extension gives you an additional six months to file, it\u2019s important to note that the IRS still expects your payment on time. Is filing a tax extension a good idea? Here are the pros and cons of filing a tax extension.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pro: Requesting a tax extension is easy<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While you cannot request a tax extension through ezTaxReturn, it\u2019s easy to file an extension on your own. To request a federal tax extension, download and complete Form 4868<\/a>, Application for Automatic Extension of Time To File U.S. Individual Income Tax Return, and mail it to the IRS by April 15th. This will give you until October 15, 2025, to file your return. The tax extension form must be filed before the original tax filing deadline. However, note that if you\u2019re self-employed, you must still make your first quarter estimated tax payment by April 15th.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pro: Filing a tax extension allows extra time to track down missing forms and receipts<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Accurate tax filing requires all necessary documents. If you\u2019re missing receipts or still waiting for a W-2 form<\/a>, filing a tax extension provides extra time to get them. Start by contacting your employer for a copy of your W-2 and verify your mailing address. If your employer is uncooperative or the business has closed, call the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 for a substitute copy. If you\u2019re unable to get the missing documents, you can file Form 4852, Substitute for Form W-2<\/a>, to estimate your wages and tax withheld. If you receive your missing forms after you\u2019ve filed, you can always amend your tax return<\/a> using Form 1040-X.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pro: A tax extension helps you avoid the late filing penalty<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Filing a tax extension can help you avoid the late filing penalty. If you submit your tax return by the October 15th deadline, you will avoid the IRS penalty, which is typically 5% of your unpaid taxes for each month you\u2019re late. After 60 days, the penalty increases to $485 or 100% of your unpaid taxes\u2014whichever is lower. By requesting a tax extension, you\u2019ll get extra time to avoid this penalty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Con:\u00a0Even if you file an extension your payment is still due on April 15th<\/sup><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the major cons of filing a tax extension is that while you get more time to file your tax return, your payment is still due by the April 15th deadline. If you owe taxes, missing the payment deadline will result in accumulating penalties and interest. The failure-to-pay penalty starts at 5% per month and can rise to 25%. The best strategy is to file your taxes on time and pay as much as you can before the due date. The IRS offers several payment options<\/a>, such as installment plans, to help you manage your balance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Con: Filing an extension won\u2019t make the process any easier<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While filing a tax extension gives you more time, it doesn\u2019t necessarily make the tax filing process easier. Procrastinating could lead to the same stress as filing at the last minute. The key to a smooth filing process is organization. Use a tax preparation checklist to gather all the necessary forms, receipts, and information. With tax software like ezTaxReturn<\/a>, you can quickly and easily file your tax return online. Our step-by-step instructions guide you through every part of the process, helping you file your taxes quickly and stress-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The information in this article is up to date for tax year 2024 (returns filed in 2025). Don\u2019t miss the tax deadline! Your 2024 federal tax return is due on April 15, 2025. If you expect a tax refund, it\u2019s best to file early so you can receive your refund faster. However, if you need […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":38291,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"\r\n

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Don't miss this important deadline! Your 2022 federal tax return is due on April 18th<\/sup>.\u00a0\u00a0However, the IRS suggests you file right now if you are expecting a refund. Taxpayers who need additional time to file, can easily request a tax filing extension.\u00a0You must request more time to file by the regular filing due date. A tax extension gives you more time to file your return, it is not an extension to pay what you may owe to the IRS. So, is it a good idea?\u00a0 Here are some pros and cons.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Pro:\u00a0It is easy and automatic<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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Getting a filing extension is easy.\u00a0Simply fill out Form 4868<\/a>, Application for Automatic Extension of Time To File U.S. Individual Income Tax Return and send it to the IRS by April 18th<\/sup>. This will give you until October 15, 2023 to file your return. Generally, a tax extension form should be filed before the due date of the current year return. \u00a0Please note, if you are self-employed, you must still make your first quarter estimated tax payment by April 18th<\/sup>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Pro: Extra time to track down missing forms and receipts<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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You cannot file an accurate return without having all the necessary information.\u00a0If you are missing receipts or still waiting for your W-2, you better get moving.\u00a0Start by contacting your employer.\u00a0Ask for another copy of your W-2 and verify the mailing address they have on file.\u00a0If the business is now closed or they are being uncooperative, call the IRS for a substitute copy.\u00a0 They can be reached at 1-800-829-1040.\u00a0 As you can imagine, this is a very busy time for them so be patient.\u00a0As a last resort, you can use Form 4852<\/a>, Substitute for Form W-2, Wage and Tax Statement, and estimate your wages and tax withheld.\u00a0Using your last pay stub of 2022 can also help.\u00a0If you get a copy of the missing W-2 after you have filed, you can always amend your return using Form 1040-X<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Pro: You will avoid the late filing penalty<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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If you file an extension and submit your tax return by the October 15th<\/sup> deadline, you will avoid the late filing penalty.\u00a0 Normally, if you owe the IRS and miss the tax deadline, you will be penalized 5% of your unpaid taxes for each month it\u2019s late.\u00a0 Once your return is 60 days past the due date, the minimum penalty jumps to $435 or 100% of your unpaid taxes, whichever amount is lower.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Con:\u00a0Your payment is still due on April 18th<\/sup><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
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You may want to file an extension because you owe the IRS money and can not afford to pay right now.\u00a0Unfortunately, a tax extension does not give you more time to pay.\u00a0 As soon as you miss the April 18th<\/sup> deadline, you will begin accumulating penalties and interest.\u00a0The penalty starts at 0.5% of your unpaid taxes each month it is late and can climb to 25%. <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Putting off your taxes for a few weeks or months will not make filing any easier.\u00a0 There is a good chance you will just wait until the last-minute and start scrambling again. The key to a stress-free return is being organized and using tax software.\u00a0Track down all your tax forms, social security numbers, receipts and bank information, then use ezTaxReturn<\/a> to prepare your return.\u00a0 Whether your situation is simple or complex, they will make doing your taxes fast and ez.\u00a0You will receive clear instructions and step-by-step guidance throughout the whole process. So, do not wait, file your taxes now.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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