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IRS: Tax Clock is Ticking

What You Need to Know if You Still Haven’t Filed Your Tax Return

Internal Revenue Service - IRSWashington, D.C. – Thanks to a holiday in the District of Columbia, all taxpayers have until April 17th to get Form 1040 into the IRS. Even with some extra time, the tax deadline is fast approaching.

For people who find taxes a little too taxing, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has a program that can help. It’s called Free File. You can use free software to do your taxes and e-file for free. Get started at www.IRS.gov/freefile.

There is a free option for everyone. People who make $57,000 or less, which includes most Americans, can use the Free File software. People who make more can use the Free File Fillable Form, an electronic version of the IRS paper form.

The IRS recognizes many people find this time of year stressful.

Here are some tips that may help:

  • Don’t wait until the last minute, you’re prone to make mistakes;
  • Use www.IRS.gov for answers to your questions or to track your refund;
  • Use Free File, there’s a free option for everyone;
  • Don’t panic if you can’t pay; you can arrange for a payment agreement at IRS.gov;
  • If you can’t make the April 17th deadline, use Free File to request an extension and make a payment if needed.
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