Here’s opening day for 2026’s tax filing season
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Tuesday is Tax Day, the last day to pay any owed 2024 income taxes. It's also the final day to either file a tax return or request an extension. Tax season is nearly done, which means last-minute filers are just beginning their sprint to submit their ...
As the 2026 tax season approaches, understanding key IRS deadlines can help you avoid penalties and ensure a smooth refund process. Planning ahead not only reduces last-minute stress but also protects your finances.
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Does a tax extension delay your payment?
Every spring, taxpayers across the country rush to pull together the forms, receipts and financial records required to file their taxes before the April 15th deadline. No matter how prepared you think you are, though, all it takes is a missing form or two ...
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Ashley L. Case, J.D., LL.M., writes about tax and estate planning. Ah, tax season. The annual ritual of number crunching, receipt hoarding, and caffeine-fueled panic as the April ...
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When does 2026 tax season start? What Illinois taxpayers should know
As tax season nears, here's everything Illinois taxpayers should know, including important deadlines and how to file extensions.
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How to request a tax extension from the IRS
If you're still scrambling to get your taxes filed before the April 15 deadline, an extension can take the pressure off. Normally, the IRS recommends that people file their income tax return as early as possible. But that's not always feasible, whether ...