The e-file deadline date was October 15th, 2013 for 2013 tax returns, but you can still prepare your return with RapidTax
You can’t e-file after the October 15 deadline, but you can prepare your 2013 taxes with RapidTax. Once completed, you’ll print, sign and mail your taxes to the IRS.
The first tax deadline for 2013 taxes was April 15, 2014. Those who requested an extension had until October 15, 2014, to file.
As of, October 15th the IRS has shut down the e-file system. Although you can no longer e-file, you can still prepare and file your 2013 taxes.
File your Late 2013 Taxes ASAP!
If you still need to file a 2013 tax return, you’ll want to do so as soon as possible. Why? If you have tax due, filing late means paying penalties. The longer you wait to file, the more you’ll end up handing over to the IRS. Late fees include;
- failure-to-file penalty: 5% of the additional taxes owed amount for every month (or fraction) your return is late, with a maximum penalty of 25%
- failure-to-pay penalty: 0.5% (1/2 of 1%) of the additional tax owed amount for every month (or fraction) your tax remains unpaid, up to a maximum of 25%
At the very least, file your late tax return. If you have trouble paying your tax due, the IRS is willing to work with you.
If you’re expecting a refund from your 2013 taxes, you won’t face any penalties but you’ll still want to file sooner rather than later. In fact, after April 15, 2017, you’ll no longer be able to claim your 2013 refund.
Don’t procrastinate! File today and put taxes out of your mind until the 2015 tax season!
I have tried to efile my 2012 taxes through H & R Block. The laws that Congress is currently debating on absolutely affect the filing of your 2012 taxes. I know this because when I tried to file I was told that two of the forms I need to complete my filing are not available until Congress has reached a decision. Early filers are going to be really disappointed because you won’t be able to file until late January.
Hi Tracey,
You’re correct. I made a mistake in answering a comment earlier. However, Congress has settled the fiscal cliff and everything can go forward now. And while it’s true that you won’t be able to e-file your return until January 22, most tax sites will allow you to prepare it early. For example, on RapidTax you can prepare your 2012 return right now and we’ll hold it until e-file opens on the 22nd.
Well since it will take longer to get your refund this year. Would the fee be lower than before?
Hi Enderia,
Since this is a system-wide change in the way the IRS processes returns, we have not lowered our fees. You can take a look at our pricing packages here: http://www.rapidtax.com/rapid-tax-services/
I would much rather e-file but with me having 2011 w2’s along with my 2012 w2 I don’t think I’m able to e-file. Am I right??
Hi Lashay,
You can’t e-file a 2011 return but you can e-file your 2012 return. Here’s what I would suggest you do. Go ahead and prepare your 2011 tax return (assuming you haven’t filed one yet). You can do that right here on RapidTax. Then when it’s done, you’ll have to print it out, sign it, and mail it to the IRS. Then you can prepare your 2012 return which we will hold and e-file when it opens on the 22nd.
Nice answer, thank you.
IS JAN 22 2013 THE CORRECT E FILING DATE AND WILL THERE BE A SCHOOL CREDIT THIS YEAR IF SO WHATS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE HOPE CREDIT
Hi Shun,
Yes, January 22nd is when e-file opens. But you can go ahead and prepare your return early right now. You can find information about the various education credits here: http://www.irs.gov/Individuals/Education-Credits