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When is the Tax Extension Deadline for 2019?

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The tax extension deadline for the 2019 tax season is approaching.

Be advised, Tuesday, October 15, 2019, isn’t just the extension deadline. It’s also the last day to e-file your tax return.

However, if you didn’t file an extension on the April 15 deadline, you may be subject to penalties depending on if you owe taxes to the IRS or not.

Can I still file an extension?

Unfortunately, you can no longer file an extension. The last day to have filed an extension was April 15, 2019; the original tax deadline. By filing Form 4868 (Application for Automatic Extension of Time To File U.S. Income Tax Return), the IRS grants you an extra six-months to file.

That being said, for tax returns who have an outstanding tax due to the IRS, that haven’t been paid, will be subject to penalties.

Do you have a tax due to the IRS?

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What is the Premium Tax Credit & Am I Eligible?

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Health insurance can be pricey.

Luckily, you can get a refundable tax credit just for purchasing health insurance through the Marketplace.

Keep reading to find out how you qualify.

What is the Premium Tax Credit (PTC)?

First, individuals and families with low to moderate income homes can receive a refundable credit (meaning you can receive a refund if it exceeds your tax) to afford their health insurance.

Eligibility

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6 Facts For Filing Taxes By the Tax Deadline

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The tax deadline is April 15, 2019!

For residents of Maine and Massachusetts, they have until April 17 to file their 2018 tax return. Here’s some important information you need to know for filing by the tax deadline.

 1.  You need to report ALL of your income.

If you don’t report all of your taxable income; all income that is subject to withholding; you will need to amend your return using Form 1040X when the IRS gets a hold of your information.

Not only that, but you may even end up owing money back to the IRS.

2.  You can file without a W-2.

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