With the tax filing deadline upon us, many Americans still need more time to file with the IRS. The good news is that there is still time to file for a tax extension online.
Filing for a tax extension is free, fast and easy in most cases. A number of online tax filing services are eager and ready to help your file for a tax extension online if you still need more time.
The important thing to remember it that while filing for a tax extension online will buy you more time to submit your return to the IRS, you do still have to pay your taxes on time.
The online tax extension form is very short, but does require that you try to estimate any taxes that you may owe, and submit that amount by the federal income tax deadline.
As we mentioned earlier there are a vast array of online tax services which will help you file for a tax extension online for free. A quick internet search for “free online tax extension filing” or something similar will yield great results. Additionally, the IRS Free File offers free tax extension filing options.
As every person’s tax situation differs, it is always advisable to seek tax advice from a tax professional, but if you have waited until the last minute and still need to get an extension, filing for the extension online is likely your best bet tonight.