Need help getting IRS tax extension - what's the process?
Hey everyone, I need some advice. I'm trying to get an extension for my taxes but I'm not sure how to go about it. Has anyone here dealt with this before? What's the best way to request an extension from the IRS? Any tips or experiences would be really helpful!
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Mateo Gonzalez
I've been through this before. The easiest way is to file Form 4868. You can do it online or by mail. It gives you an automatic 6-month extension. Just remember, it's an extension to file, not to pay. If you owe taxes, you still need to estimate and pay by the original deadline to avoid penalties.
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Aisha Ali
This is good advice. I did this last year and it was pretty straightforward. Just make sure you dont miss the extended deadline!
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Ethan Moore
Quick question - does this work for state taxes too, or just federal?
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Mateo Gonzalez
@profile 3 It depends on your state. Some states automatically give you an extension if you get a federal one, others require a separate form. Check your state's tax website to be sure.
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Yuki Nakamura
ugh, dealing with the IRS is such a pain. good luck OP 🙄
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StarSurfer
I found a way to actually get someone on the phone at the IRS. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's a video about it: https://youtu.be/_kiP6q8DX5c
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Carmen Reyes
Wow, that sounds interesting. How long did you have to wait before they connected you?
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Andre Moreau
idk man, sounds kinda sketchy. you sure its legit?
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StarSurfer
@profile 6 It took about 2 hours, but I didn't have to sit there listening to hold music the whole time. @profile 7 Yeah, it's legit. I was skeptical too, but it worked for me. You can check out their website for more info.
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Zoe Christodoulou
Pro tip: If you're expecting a refund, you don't actually need to file for an extension. The deadline is only strict if you owe money. But always double check with a tax professional to be sure!
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Jamal Thompson
This! 👆 I wish more people knew this. Saved me so much stress last year.
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Mei Chen
Has anyone tried using tax software for extensions? I've heard some of them offer this service for free.
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CosmicCadet
Yeah, I used TurboTax last year to file my extension. It was pretty easy and didnt cost anything extra.
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Liam O'Connor
I prefer FreeTaxUSA. They have a free extension filing option too and their interface is less cluttered than TurboTax imho.
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Amara Adeyemi
Just a heads up, if you're self-employed or have a more complicated tax situation, it might be worth talking to a CPA about your extension. They can help make sure you're estimating your taxes correctly to avoid penalties.
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Giovanni Gallo
lol why even bother with taxes? its all a scam anyway 🤡
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Fatima Al-Mazrouei
Bruh, you trying to catch a case with the IRS? 😂 That's not a fight you wanna pick
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Giovanni Gallo
lmao true. guess ill keep playing the game 😔
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