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What someone should do if they missed the July 15 deadline to file and pay

While the federal income tax-filing deadline has passed for most people, some taxpayers haven’t filed their 2019 tax returns yet. If a taxpayer is entitled to a refund, there’s no penalty for filing late. Penalties and interest will begin...

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  • July 20, 2020

Major changes to retirement plans due to COVID-19

Qualified individuals affected by COVID-19 may be able to withdraw up to $100,000 from their eligible retirement plans, including IRAs, between Jan. 1 and Dec. 30, 2020. These coronavirus-related distributions aren’t subject to the 10% additional tax that generally...

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  • July 17, 2020

IRS is sending letters to those experiencing a delay with advance payment of employer credits

WASHINGTON – The Internal Revenue Service has started sending letters to taxpayers who have experienced a delay in the processing of their Form 7200, Advance Payment of Employer Credits Due To COVID-19. A taxpayer will receive letter 6312 if...

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  • July 16, 2020

IRS reminder: Taxpayers can get an extension to Oct. 15 to file taxes

WASHINGTON – The Internal Revenue Service today reminds taxpayers that they have until the postponed due date of July 15, 2020, to file an extension for their 2019 federal tax return. The extension gives taxpayers until Oct. 15 to...

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  • July 15, 2020

Taxpayers should file on time even if they can’t pay their full tax bill

Taxpayers should file their tax return by the deadline even if they cannot pay the full amount due. Otherwise, they may end up owing even more because penalties and interest can cause a taxpayer’s debt to grow. If a...

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  • July 14, 2020

IRS gives tips on filing, paying electronically and checking refunds online; 2019 tax returns and payments due July 15

WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today reminded taxpayers with a filing requirement to file an accurate tax return on time even if a balance due can’t be paid in full. The deadline to submit 2019 tax returns is...

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  • July 13, 2020

IRS payment options

Taxpayers have a variety of options to consider when paying federal taxes. This year, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the filing deadline and tax payment due date was postponed from April 15 to July 15, 2020. A list...

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  • July 10, 2020

IRS reminds members of the U. S. Armed Forces of special tax breaks, helpful resources as the July 15 tax deadline approaches

WASHINGTON – The Internal Revenue Service today encouraged members of the military and their families to learn more about the special tax benefits available to them as the July 15 tax filing season deadline approaches. Most military bases offer...

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  • July 9, 2020

How to report nonemployee compensation and backup withholding

There is a new Form 1099-NEC, Nonemployee Compensation for business taxpayers who pay or receive nonemployee compensation. Starting in tax year 2020, payers must complete this form to report any payment of $600 or more to a payee. Generally,...

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  • July 8, 2020

Taxpayers can get last minute filing tips on IRS.gov

The July deadline for filing a 2019 tax return is near, but IRS tax help is available 24 hours a day on IRS.gov. Whether filing a tax return, requesting an extension or making a payment, the IRS website can...

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  • July 7, 2020

IRS provides tax relief for the low-income housing credit and bonds for qualified residential rental projects

WASHINGTON – In response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Internal Revenue Service today issued Notice 2020-53 (PDF) to provide tax relief to issuers, operators, owners, and tenants of qualified low-income housing projects or qualified residential rental projects financed...

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  • July 6, 2020

Big News As IRS Opens Taxpayer Phone Lines & More

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) continues to resume operations. According to the IRS Commissioner, as of mid-month, thousands of employees had returned to facilities in seven states (Kentucky, Texas, Utah, Georgia, Minnesota, Tennessee, and Missouri) with employees in four...

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  • July 2, 2020

Here are reasons people should file a 2019 tax return; Economic Impact Payment, tax credits available for some

While many people are required to file a tax return, it’s a good idea for everyone to determine if they should file. Some people with low income are not required to file but will need to do so to...

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  • July 1, 2020

Extension to File and Pay

Here is a video tax tip from the IRS: Extension to File and Pay English | Spanish Subscribe today: The IRS YouTube channels provide short, informative videos on various tax related topics in English, Spanish and ASL. • www.youtube.com/irsvideos...

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  • June 29, 2020

Keep Economic Impact Payment notice with other tax records

People who receive an Economic Impact Payment this year should keep Notice 1444, Your Economic Impact Payment, with their tax records. This notice provides information about the amount of their payment, how the payment was made and how to...

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  • June 26, 2020

Gig economy tips taxpayers should remember

The gig economy, also called sharing or access economy, is activity where taxpayers earn income providing on-demand work, services or goods. Often, it’s through a digital platform like an app or website. While there are many types of sharing...

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  • June 25, 2020

IRS extends July 15, other upcoming deadlines for tornado victims in parts of the South; Provides other relief

WASHINGTON – Victims of the April tornadoes, severe storms and flooding that took place in parts of Mississippi, Tennessee and South Carolina will have until Oct. 15, 2020, to file various individual and business tax returns and make tax...

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  • June 24, 2020

Avoiding Economic Impact Payment Scams

Here is a video tax tip from the IRS: Avoiding Economic Impact Payment Scams English Subscribe today: The IRS YouTube channels provide short, informative videos on various tax related topics in English, Spanish and ASL. • www.youtube.com/irsvideos • www.youtube.com/irsvideosmultilingua...

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  • June 23, 2020

An extension to file is not an extension to pay taxes

For most taxpayers the filing and payment deadline was postponed July 15. Those who need more time to file beyond the postponed date, can request an extension to file. Taxpayers must request an extension to file by July 15....

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  • June 19, 2020

IRS alert: Economic Impact Payments belong to recipient, not nursing homes or care facilities

WASHINGTON – The Internal Revenue Service today alerted nursing home and other care facilities that Economic Impact Payments (EIPs) generally belong to the recipients, not the organizations providing the care. The IRS issued this reminder following concerns that people...

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  • June 17, 2020