Category Archives: Form 8868

post related to 8868

Can’t Meet April 18 Deadline? File Extension.

www.tax4868.com

WASHINGTON — Are you unable to complete and file your federal individual tax return by the April 18 deadline? If so, you can request an extension of time to file, which will automatically give you until Oct. 17, 2011, to submit your tax return to the Internal Revenue Service.

An extension gives you an additional six months to file your tax return. But keep in mind that an extension of time to file is not an extension of time to pay. All outstanding balances are due on April 18, 2011.

The IRS expects to receive approximately 10 million extension requests in 2011, which is about the same as last year.

Numerous Ways to Get an Extension

In order to get an extension, you need to file Form 4868 with the IRS.

Taxpayers can electronically file Form 4868 through IRS Free File or Free File Fill-able Forms. Using Free File to prepare and electronically submit Form 4868 is free to everyone, regardless of income.

Paid preparers can also electronically file Form 4868 as can tax software that you run on your computer.

Finally, a paper version of Form 4868 is available for download from IRS.gov. However, the IRS will only provide an acknowledgment of your extension request if you e-file or Free File the request.

When you request an extension, you need to estimate your tax liability and pay any balance due by the April 18 deadline. If you are unable to pay the total balance due, you should pay as much as possible and apply for an installment agreement.

Get easy 6-month extension for filing federal individual tax return @ www.extensiontax.com

For any further support Call Help Desk at 1-866-245-3918 or simple email to us at support@extensiontax.com.

IRS Tax Extension: e-file Federal Form 4868 Tax return

April 15th has long been known as tax day in the United States. Just because the day never changes does not mean that the circumstances for taxpayers do not change.  Many taxpayers may find themselves needing more time to file their tax return when April 15th rolls around.

When it comes to dealing with taxes and the IRS is to avoid waiting until the last possible minute to request an extension.  Filing an extension provides you with an automatic 6 month postponement to file your return (until October 15th); it is not an extension for payment.

Steps to Take to File for an Extension on your Tax Return

  • Identify BEFORE April 15th that you need to request an extension to file your taxes.
  • Visit the official IRS e-file supporter website and complete the Automatic Extension Form (4868) electronically. The website provides information on the tax deadlines, forms and instructions for completing necessary tax return information.
  • You will be required when you file to make a payment in full of the approximate amount that you owe as determined by your rough draft of the tax return. This amount can be paid either by credit card online or by check in the mail. Either method must be filed by midnight on April 15th to not be considered a late return.
  • After you request your extension, ensure that you file your final tax return within 6 months of requesting the extension.

Why www.ExtensionTax.com?

ExtensionTax.com is a premier efile service provider in the Tax Industry and it is the professional way to efile any extension tax returns with IRS.

  • Get easy 6-months tax extension to file your personnel income tax returns.
  • Simple and Easy steps, complete an extension tax in 3 simple steps in minutes.
  • Get instant “TEXT Alert” on status of your return.
  • IRS certified e-file partner for Extension Tax Forms
  • Receive an email confirmation once your extension is IRS Approved.
  • No Penalty to Filing an Extension.
  • Manage multiple businesses/personnel extension tax returns in one single Account.
  • Do a Tax Extension from anywhere, anytime. 99% of Tax Extensions filed through us were accepted by IRS.
  • Simple, Safe and Secured to do it with www.ExtensionTax.com
  • Rated #1 by tax payers.
  • 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

Implications to Consider when Filing for an Extension

  • Filing for an IRS extension is simply a request to the IRS asking them to grant you more time to file your tax return.
  • Most taxpayers who file for an extension are approved for this if they follow the tax calendar deadlines provided by the IRS.
  • Remember that being granted an extension to file does NOT mean you have been granted an extension for the payment owed to the IRS.
  • A payment on the estimated balance owed must be made at the time your extension is filed.
  • If you do not make a payment with your request for an extension you may avoid the penalty for late filing but will be responsible for the interest rates associated with your late tax bill.
  • Taxpayers who are requesting an extension should be prepared to pay at least 90% of the amount that they will estimate to be due for the year at the time that the extension request is filed with the IRS. This estimated amount is for the current tax year.
  • If you owe money to the IRS for back taxes you will be required to pay your tax bill in full by tax day, April 15th. This is true regardless of the extension.
  • Late tax payments are subject to penalties and interest on the outstanding balance.
  • The penalty for failing to file taxes by the deadline is 5% per month up which caps at 25% of the entire balance owed.
  • The penalty for failure to pay your taxes is 0.5% per month in addition to a monthly charge for interest on the balance owed when taxes have been filed.

The Bottom Line

The tax laws and the business of preparing and filing taxes can be overwhelming. Avoiding the process can have serious consequences that can impact you for years to come. Taxes are expensive enough but failing to file and pay on time can add thousands in fees and penalties to your tax bill.

As a taxpayer you can avoid paying more than you have to by following the rules of the IRS and realizing ahead of time when filing for an extension may be in your best interest. The bottom line is that everyone who owes taxes will be required to pay them. Following the tax calendar and the rules of the IRS will eliminate the penalties and interest associated with outstanding tax balances.

E-file an Extension for your Business and Individual Tax returns at ExtensionTax.com. For any further support and queries please call Help Desk 1-866-245-3918 or email to support@taxexcise.com

Delayed Filing Season for Certain Tax-Exempt Hospital Organizations

The Affordable Care Act added new requirements that 501(c)(3) hospital organizations must satisfy to maintain their tax-exempt status.  Because many of these provisions are effective for tax years beginning after enactment, revision of Form 990, Schedule H (Hospitals) and its instructions has been a priority for the IRS.  Learn more about the new requirements for 501(c)(3) hospitals and implementation efforts on IRS.gov.

In order to complete implementation of changes to IRS forms and systems that are required to reflect additional requirements for charitable hospital hospitals, the IRS is delaying the start of the 2010 filing season for certain tax-exempt organizations that operate one or more hospitals (hospital organizations) required to file Form 990, Schedule H (Hospitals).  Hospital organizations may not file 2010 Forms 990 with Schedules H attached before July 1, 2011.

Pursuant to Announcement 2011-20, the IRS has granted an automatic 3-month extension of time to file the Form 990 to hospital organizations with filing due dates before August 15, 2011.  For more information about the delayed filing season for hospital organizations and frequently asked questions go to IRS.gov.

IRS FREE Webinar: What New Non-501(c)(3) Organizations Need to Know

A FREE Webinar on February 24, 2011 about: What New Non-501(c)(3) Organizations Need to Know
Who Should Attend:
This new webinar was developed especially for new 501(c)(4), (c)(5), (c)(6),    (c)(7), (c)(8) and (c)(10) tax exempt organizations —  including social welfare, labor and agricultural organizations, business leagues, trade associations, social clubs, and fraternal organizations — and the tax professionals who represent them.  Other members of the exempt organizations community will find the webinar of interest as well

IRS Reminds Small Charities to Check Their Reporting Requirements Because They May Have Gotten Simpler

The Internal Revenue Service today announced that small tax-exempt organizations may be able to shift to the simpler Form 990-N (e-Postcard) for their 2010 annual information reporting.

The IRS today issued guidance (Revenue Procedure 2011-15) that will allow more tax-exempt organizations to file the e-Postcard rather than the Form 990-EZ or the standard Form 990.

For tax years beginning on or after Jan. 1, 2010, most tax-exempt organizations whose gross annual receipts are normally $50,000 or less can file the e-Postcard. The threshold was previously set at $25,000 or less. (However, supporting organizations of any size must file the standard Form 990 or, if eligible, Form 990-EZ).

Continue reading