Category Archives: Tax Extension

Extension Laws Followed In Wisconsin

Filing taxes is mandatory for every U.S Citizen by April 15th of the year following the tax year. However, there are times when you’re not able to meet the deadline and don’t have time to file federal individual income tax return, you can apply for an federal extension and once it get approved, you obtain an extension to file your federal return as well as file your Wisconsin state tax return.

Also, keep in mind gaining an extension, does not mean that you don’t have to pay any taxes owed by the original deadline. Continue reading →

Preserve Your Documents! It’s Useful in Times of Need

You never know or even think when a natural disaster would knock at your door. Nothing lies in our hands and the wrath of nature cannot be escaped. Natural disasters happen unexpectedly also affecting the lives of many Americans every year. With the cyclone hitting Oklahoma and nearby counties recently has left a massive impact on the minds and hearts of people. Although, the loss is unimaginable but not keeping the record safe can incur more losses. Therefore, it is advisable to keep the credentials handy and at a proper place.

There are several documents that taxpayers should keep a backup such as bank statements, certificates, tax returns, etc. The reason for maintaining their documents is that it gives them the benefit of accessing them whenever required. Additionally, we should keep them safe from the dangerous after-effects of the wind, rain, and snow. Recordkeeping is a good habit and comes as a great rescue in times of need. There are numerous ways suggested by the IRS to keep the documents safe and protected, as discussed below:

  • Save Your Documents Online:

One of the best places to keep your documents in a place where it is easy to access is to save them electronically. Most companies and banks send payment receipts electronically, which makes it easy and possible to save them online. However, individuals also have the option to scan their documents and save them in their email id. Saving files electronically is one of the simple and easy ways to create a backup of all the important documents.

  • Document the Essential Valuables:

Another useful for creating a backup of their documents is by taking photographs or creating video. Recording the credentials through photographs or making video can help individuals know the true value of the documents, thus making it easy for them to claim refund. The ‘IRS disaster loss workbook’ is another way where taxpayers can assemble the required documents. Click here for more details

  • Take Help from the IRS:

When a disaster strikes taxpayers need can call the IRS to get complete information on disaster-related issues. Moreover, requesting the IRS might help them get copies of their previous tax returns, which can be attained through form 4506.

Individuals residing in the affected areas generally get an extension by the IRS but, they can also get a tax extension by filing through extensiontax.com, a leading E-file service provider. Reach us at 1-866-245-3918 to get all your queries answered.

 

Need More Time to File Your Tax Return! Use Form 4868

IRS form 4868 is officially termed as the “Application for Automatic Extension of Time to file U.S Income Tax Return”.  This is a tax extension form especially designed for individuals filing for income tax to the IRS. Moreover, an individual has the benefit of getting a tax extension for the below tax forms:

  • Form 1040
  • Form 1040A
  • Form 1040EZ
  • Form 1040NR
  • Form 1040NR-EZ

Explaining Form 4868:

As mentioned above, form 4868 can be used by individuals who wish to extend the time for filing their tax returns. It is important to mention the complete details when filing for an extension such as name of the taxpayer, the place of residence, social security number, payments made, due amount, etc to get an extension up to six months. However, it is good to know that it does not extend the taxpayer needs for paying the complete tax liability but only extends the time required for preparing the paperwork for filing the tax return. Taxpayers should keep in mind that the deadline to file for form 4868 is April 15th.

The Process:

Taxpayers are advised to prepare a rough draft of their tax return before filing, thus getting an idea if they have to pay or need a refund. To help them save time and efforts there are certified CPA’s to help them. Moreover, there are websites like ExtensionTax.com providing assistance to tax payers for calculating the tax returns and save time.

After preparing the rough draft, tax payers have two options. They can either file their tax return online or download the form and mail it to the respective address. Filing for tax extension online is recommended, as this help tax payers file from the comfort and convenience of their house and save the environment too.

For those filing their tax extension online should make sure to verify the details provided and rectify the errors. It is good to cross-check the social security number and other details before e-filing the form 4868.

As a reminder, form 4868 is only a way to stretch the due date by six months for filing the tax return. Make sure you pay the amount, as well as file for an extension before April 15th. Call us @ 1-866-245-3918 for complete assistance and get your queries answered.

Criteria under Form 7004-Automatic 6-Month Tax Extension – Part 3

Here comes the third part of “Criteria under Form 7004-Automatic 6-Month Tax Extension” next to Form 7004 tax extension part-1 and Form 7004 tax extension part-2. Again, all these Income tax returns listed under this part has to be filed before March’15, 2013. This extension is valid for 6 months.

  • U.S. Income Tax Return for Regulated Investment Companies:  If you are managing a regulated investment company, you have to file income tax return through Form 1120-RIC. If you are in need file an extension, file Form 7004 before March’15, 2013.
  • U.S. Income Tax Return for an S Corporation:  If you owe to file Form 1120S and if you expecting for extending filing time, file Form 7004 before March’15, 2013.
  • U.S Income Tax Return for settlement Funds: If you are required to file Form 1120-SF taxes under 468B, you can go for an extension request before March’15 2013.
  • Annual Information Return of Foreign Trust with a U.S owner:If you are liable for Annual Information Return of Foreign Trust with a U.S owner via Form 3520-A, file Form 7004 to get automatic 6 month extension. The deadline is March’15.
  • Return of Excise Tax on Undistributed Income: If you are liable for excise tax return on Real Estate Investment Trust’s undistributed income via Form 8612, file Form 7004 for automatic extension. The last day to file this extension is March’15.
  • Return of Excise Tax on Undistributed Income: : If you are liable for excise tax return on regulated investment company’s undistributed income via Form 8613, file Form 7004 for automatic 6 month extension before March’15th of this year.

Check Delight in extension without filing any form for more information on this. You can e-file an extension immediately at extensiontax.Call our toll-free number 1-866-245-391 at for any queries, no matter when. Happy e-filing!

Criteria under Form 7004-Automatic 6-Month Tax Extension – Part 2

Dear readers, following our last week’s article, Criteria under Form 7004-Automatic 6-Month Tax Extension – Part 1, here comes Part-2 of it. All those Income tax returns listed under this part owns extension deadline by March’15, 2013 with 6 months automatic extension.

  • Return for Nuclear Decommissioning Funds and Certain Related Persons: If you owe to file Form 1120-ND and you are in need of more time to prepare your returns, you can file Form 7004 before March 15, 2013.
  • Return of a Trustee or Self Sealer who owes tax under section 4951: If you are required to file Form 1120-ND taxes under section 4951, you can file an extension before March’15 2013 for extending your filing time. 
  • U.S. Property and Casualty Insurance Company Income Tax Return: If you are liable for U.S Property and casualty Insurance Company Income Tax Return through Form 1120-PC and you couldn’t file on time; file Form 7004 to obtain 6 months extension.  If you are filing for a short year, your extension deadline ends by 15th day of third month. 
  • U.S. Income Tax Return for Certain Political Organizations: For filing returns under Form 1120-POL (Income tax return for certain Political Organizations), you must file an extension through Form 7004. 
  • U.S. Income Tax Return for Real Estate Investment Trusts: Application for Extension for Form 1120-REIT (Income Tax Return for Real estate investment trusts) can be done through Form 7004 on or before March’15, 2013.

The stress free way to relieve from IRS tax penalties and interests is to file taxes on time or to file an extension. Why to still mess up with all those aches? It’s better to file your taxes at right time. Call our customer care executive at 1-866-245-3918 or write to support@extensiontax.com. Happy e-filing!