Get an automatic extension of time to file your taxes
Date: Wed, 02/03/2010 - 16:22
If you need an extension of time to file your Federal income tax, it's really easy to do. Here's how:
First, do not pay anybody to file it for you. You can do it yourself in minutes, for free.
Second, don't be taken in by some company claiming that they have an 'in' with the IRS that will guarantee your request for an extension is approved. All requests for extension of time to file are automatically approved.
Ready? OK...
To file an extension request by mail, go to the IRS website, and download Form 4868. Fill it out, and mail it in.
To e-file an extension request, got to the e-file page on the IRS website. Click on 'Individual Taxpayers', and read on.
Voila! Instant six-month extension.
First, do not pay anybody to file it for you. You can do it yourself in minutes, for free.
Second, don't be taken in by some company claiming that they have an 'in' with the IRS that will guarantee your request for an extension is approved. All requests for extension of time to file are automatically approved.
Ready? OK...
To file an extension request by mail, go to the IRS website, and download Form 4868. Fill it out, and mail it in.
To e-file an extension request, got to the e-file page on the IRS website. Click on 'Individual Taxpayers', and read on.
Voila! Instant six-month extension.
Please be aware that filing an extension does not extend the tim
Please be aware that filing an extension does not extend the time to pay. If you owe federal taxes the payment is due on 4/18/2011.
