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eFile Taxes and Tax Extension

Posted by admin on November 25, 2022
Last modified: November 25, 2022

You can eFile federal and state income taxes return electronically using PriorTax. Taxpayers can eFile taxes either through an online tax preparer that is an approved electronic return originator (ERO) such as PriorTax with free support from our Tax Service Professionals.

eFile taxes with PriorTax for your return, and choosing to have the refund directly deposited in your bank account is the fastest and easiest way to receive a tax refund. eFiling taxes will get you your tax refund far quicker than traditional mail. eFiling taxes online also speeds up the time that it takes to receive your tax refund.

PriorTax is an authorized IRS e-Filing provider. PriorTax eFiling software will automatically verify that the returns are completed, correct errors, produce relevant schedules, and transfer your returns from your computer to IRS systems and if requested, to the local state tax systems. To help assure that your eFiled tax return is accurate, only proven, top-quality, PriorTax eFiling service will support all customers along with our free Tax Service Professionals to walk you through to eFile taxes.

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You may select to have a PriorTax Tax Service Professional help eFile taxes your return for you electronically, or you may choose to do it yourself.

However, note that some states accept electronic filing of tax returns directly, while others send returns directly to the IRS, then those returns are forwarded to state tax agencies. In addition, some states will not let you file a state-only e-Filed return; they will ask that you e-File your state and federal taxes together.

You do not need to worry that data will end up in the wrong hands or misused, as the IRS, the state, and tax preparers all follow the same privacy rules for electronic returns that they do for paper returns. While you may gather all of the necessary documents for your tax return as you go through the e-Filing process, gathering that information sooner may save time later.

How Can I eFile Taxes with a Tax Extension?

Filing an extension for your taxes is easy with PriorTax. Just submit Form 4868, and we’ll take care of the rest. This will give you extra time to prepare for your return, no matter the reason.

An extension only gives you little bit more time to finish tax filing, but no extra time to pay your taxes. Your tax payments are due on the tax filing deadline, which typically falls on April 15 or if the deadline falls on a holiday or weekend, the next business day.

Not filing your taxes on time can result in some pretty hefty penalties. The IRS will charge you monthly interest on the unpaid balance until you pay the full tax amount you owe. Additionally, failing to pay at least 90% of what you owe can result in a late payment penalty, which is usually half of 1% of the amount owed each month, up to 25%. Finally, not filing your return or Form 4868 by the tax filing deadline comes with a late filing penalty of 5% of the amount you owe for each month, again up to a maximum of 25%. So while eFiling a tax extension may not be penalized, it’s still important to make sure you file and pay your taxes on time to avoid some costly fees.

It’s important to get your taxes filed on time, but sometimes life gets in the way. For example, maybe you’ve been busy with work or taking care of your family, and you just need to get a chance to get your taxes done. That’s okay! The IRS offers a six-month extension for individuals who need a little extra time.

Did You Miss the 2021 Tax Deadline?

Posted by Manisha Hansraj on May 24, 2021
Last modified: May 24, 2021
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The tax deadline has come and gone.

If you didn’t file a tax return as yet, we advise that you do it as soon as possible. If you missed the 2021 tax deadline, the good news is you can still file.

Here’s some helpful information before getting started.

Getting a refund?

If you’re due a refund from the IRS, you’re in luck. You are not subject to the tax deadline nor will you be penalized. Technically, you have three years to file from the original tax deadline to claim your refund as well. For example, you have until April 15, 2021 to claim your 2020 tax refund. However, in order to e-file your tax return, you must file by October 15, 2021.

Do you owe taxes?

In the case that you didn’t request a tax extension from the IRS, you must take action by filing and paying now. As a reminder, you must have paid your taxes by May 17 to avoid penalties; with an IRS extension or not.

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Did You Miss The 2018 Tax Deadline?

Posted by Manisha Hansraj on October 14, 2019
Last modified: October 23, 2019
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Time waits for no one, especially the tax season.

With the year ending soon, another tax season is on the way. If you’re stuck trying to figure out what the next steps are for the missed 2018 tax deadline, keep reading.

Can you still e-file your 2018 tax return?

Although April 15, 2019, was the original tax deadline, you can still e-file your tax return until October 15, 2019. After this date, you will be required to paper-file your tax return. This means that you must to print, sign, and mail your tax return to the IRS and your state department of revenue.

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April 15, 2020 is the Last Chance to Claim Your 2016 Refund!

Posted by Manisha Hansraj on May 6, 2019
Last modified: May 9, 2019

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Set an alarm on your phone, write on your notepad or put an “x” on your calendar.

Like most taxpayers, you may be rushing to claim your prior year refunds. If you remember that you have a 2016 refund waiting for you, you’re not too late.

Read below to find out if you can still claim your refund.

Can I still claim my refund?

Luckily, because of the IRS Statute of Limitations for prior year refunds. You have three years from the original tax deadline of your return to claim your refund. Otherwise, your refund expires and goes straight to the IRS. That being said, the original tax deadline for 2016 taxes was April 18, 2017, due to April 15th falling on the weekend and Emancipation Day right after.

Deadline to claim your refund

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Tax Deadlines for the 2019 Tax Season!

Posted by Manisha Hansraj on April 12, 2019
Last modified: April 12, 2019

2019 tax deadlines

Important upcoming deadlines you need to know.

Tax season is a stressful time for some taxpayers. However, knowing each tax deadline will give you a heads up so you know how to stay on top of your game.

For all the 2019 tax deadlines that are left, take a look at the list of due dates below.

April 15, 2019

  • Individual Income Taxes deadline
  • Last day to file and pay if you owe taxes to the IRS without accumulating penalties
  • Final day to file a tax extension to the IRS
  • First Estimated Quarterly Tax Payment due
  • Sole proprietor, LLC, and corporation taxes due
  • IRA contribution deadline
  • Last day to postmark, paper-file and claim your 2015 refund

April 17, 2019

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Can I Deduct My W-2 Job Expenses?

Posted by Manisha Hansraj on March 28, 2019
Last modified: March 28, 2019

w-2 job expenses

The new tax season brought in a lot of changes, and your job expenses are one of them.

If you’ve noticed on your tax returns that you can’t deduct your W-2 job expenses for 2018, you’re partially correct. Unfortunately, not everyone can claim their out-of-pocket job expenses.

Here’s the breakdown.

Eligibility

The new tax laws have narrowed down on who claims their W-2 job expenses, mainly by their occupation.

You can only deduct your job expenses if you’re one of the following: (more…)

Can I pay my federal taxes with a credit card?

Posted by Manisha Hansraj on September 10, 2018
Last modified: September 18, 2018

Can you pay federal taxes with credit card

The IRS can’t directly accept credit card payments due to tax laws.

However, they can accept payments through a third-party processor. For example, online tax preparation companies are third-party processors since they are designated by a merchant to handle transactions for merchant acquiring banks. They can then assist you in making your credit card payment towards your tax bill to the IRS.

Here’s what you need to be prepared for when you plan on using the credit route.

There are no flat fees when using your credit card.

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How to File your First Tax Return

Posted by Michelle O'Brien on November 13, 2015
Last modified: November 2, 2016

Filing your first tax return is a bit like doing your laundry.

You don’t want to do it. You’d prefer someone just did it for you. But if you don’t do it, you know there will be consequences. 

Unlike laundry, you’ll need to do a bit more sorting, as in sorting through of all those tax forms. And unlike laundry, you really should know the basics before you start. Don’t worry though: you’ll get through it and probably even get a refund afterwards.

 

Find out if you are being claimed as a dependent!

The first thing you should do is talk to your parents. Since they’ve been claiming you as a dependent since before you could even utter the words, ‘tax return’, make sure they know you are planning on filing for yourself to avoid being rejected by the IRS. Each and every person is allowed to claim a personal exemption for themselves or their dependent. However, only one exemption can be claimed per person.

Here’s a classic scenario:

Abby was just hired as a barista at that awesome new cafe downtown. She makes a decent income and her co-worker mentions that she could probably cash in on a nice refund come tax time. Being that Abby is only 17 and earning less than the threshold allotted by the IRS, her parents can still claim her as a dependent on their return. If Abby files a tax return and claims the personal exemption for herself, not noting that she is being claimed as a dependent, and then her parents claim the personal exemption for Abby on their return, the IRS will reject the last tax return submitted.

 

Do you know the age requirements to be claimed as a dependent?

Although your age doesn’t specifically determine if you need to file a tax return, it is a key player in whether or not you can be claimed as a dependent on someone else’s taxes. When it comes to age, you can only be claimed as a qualifying child dependent if one of the following is true: (more…)

What’s the Penalty for Filing Federal Taxes Late

Posted by admin on March 4, 2009
Last modified: October 2, 2019

late filing penalties

Taxes take a big bite out of your income, but that bite gets bigger with the addition of late filing penalties.

How much bigger? It depends on what you’re late on, and how late you are.

For example, there are penalties for late filing, not paying at all, and both can be combined.

Here are some facts.

Taxpayers with refunds can file late without penalties. In other words, only taxpayers with a tax due to the IRS face penalties. (more…)