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.
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.
