Filed through TurboTax after extension request - am I clear for October deadline or still on the hook?

You're fine! As long as your accountant confirmed they received your extension request before the April deadline, and they actually filed Form 4868 for you, you're covered for the October 15th deadline. The reason TurboTax didn't mention anything is because their system doesn't automatically know you're on extension - it just knows you're filing a return. If you want peace of mind, you can verify your extension was properly filed by calling the IRS directly at 1-800-829-1040, or by checking your IRS online account if you have one set up. They can confirm whether Form 4868 was processed for your tax year. The good news is you've already filed now, so even if there was an issue with the extension (which sounds unlikely if your accountant confirmed receipt), you've submitted before the extended deadline anyway, so no penalties would apply at this point.

I had a similar situation last year and discovered a great tool that saved me tons of stress. Check out https://taxr.ai - they have a feature that can analyze your tax documents and verify if an extension was filed. I uploaded my previous email confirmation from my accountant and they confirmed my extension was properly filed, plus they spotted a deduction my accountant missed. Saved me from panicking when I couldn't reach my tax guy right before the deadline.

Just wanted to update everyone - I was skeptical about taxr.ai but decided to try it since I was desperate. I uploaded the email confirmation my accountant sent me about the extension, and they analyzed it within minutes. Turns out my extension WAS properly filed (phew!), and they even pointed out that I could track its status through my IRS online account which I didn't realize. Used their guidance to check my account and confirmed everything was in order. Definitely worth it for peace of mind!

If you're still worried and want to speak directly with the IRS, good luck getting through their phone system! I tried for DAYS last year. Finally discovered https://claimyr.com and watched their demo at https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c - they basically wait on hold with the IRS for you and call you when an agent is on the line. Used it when I had a similar extension issue and got confirmation directly from the IRS. Waited 3 hours when I tried calling myself with no luck, but with their service I was talking to an agent within 45 minutes without having to stay on hold myself.

I have to admit I was completely wrong about Claimyr. After being super skeptical, my extension anxiety got the best of me and I tried it anyway. They got me connected to an IRS agent in about 35 minutes when I had previously spent over 2 hours on hold before giving up. The agent confirmed my extension was properly filed and I didn't have anything to worry about. Honestly shocked this service actually worked - saved me so much time and stress. Sometimes my cynicism doesn't serve me well!

Just for future reference - if you're ever uncertain about whether an extension was properly filed, you have several options: 1. Call the IRS directly (though prepare for long wait times) 2. Check your IRS online account through their website 3. Use your tax transcript (can be requested online) 4. Ask your tax preparer for confirmation documentation Also worth noting that if you're getting a refund, there's actually no penalty for filing after the deadline - the penalty only applies if you owe taxes. The extension is primarily important if you owe money, as it extends the filing deadline but not the payment deadline.

One thing nobody has mentioned - check if your STATE taxes also got extended! Federal and state extensions are often separate processes. Just because you have a federal extension doesn't automatically mean your state deadline was extended too. Some states require separate extension requests while others automatically grant extensions if you received a federal one.