State Income Tax Refund Estimator

State Income Tax Refund Estimator

State Income Tax Refund Estimator

Filing tax returns is a dreaded chore for many Americans. Some individuals get this done as soon as they receive all of their tax forms; others wait until the last minute. Anyone who wishes to postpone filing a tax return beyond the original tax return deadline has the option of extending.

In recent years, e-file, or electronic filing, has become an increasingly popular way to send in a federal income tax extension. In this article, learn about extending Form 1040 with the IRS and a myth about delaying payment of taxes.

Extend Federal Income Taxes – Free Online Tax Filing at irs.gov

A tax return can be extended online using tax software with e-filing capabilities or by having a tax professional file it on the taxpayer's behalf. According to an IRS news release (IR-2009-036), anyone can now e-file an extension for free from home.