Tax extension pros and cons to avoid IRS penalties

Filing Form 4868 can grant an automatic six-month extension for federal income tax returns. An extension provides more time ...

As the tax deadline approaches, options remain for last-minute filers

As tax season winds down, filers must determine whether to submit their returns on time, request an extension or set up a ...

Filing For A Tax Return Extension? Don’t Make This Common Mistake

Applying for a six-month extension is easy, but IRS rules still require you to make a proper estimate of the taxes you owe. A ...

When will you get your tax refund? How to check your status

To check the status of your refund, use the " Where's My Refund?" tools for federal tax refunds or go to the IRS2Go app.

Average tax return up 10% from last year but fewer returns filed as April 15 nears

There is officially less than one month left to file taxes in Tennessee, and reports show fewer people have filed than in ...
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How to file a tax extension with the IRS and what to expect

If you’re feeling behind or waiting on documents, a tax extension gives you extra time to file — but not to pay. In this guide, you’ll learn how to file a tax extension, which forms you need, key ...