Discover steps to file a federal tax extension, avoid mistakes, and understand the benefits of timely tax submission for ...

The IRS lists all the tax software partners it works with—like FreeTaxUSA, TaxAct, TaxSlayer, and others—to offer extensions. The IRS also now has the Free File program for qualified users; even if ...

Tax season 2026 opened on Monday, Jan. 26, and some filers already know they'll need an extension to file. Here's how to get a tax-filing extension.

If you can't finish your income taxes by tonight, file a free extension to get an extra 6 months. Katie covered all things how-to at CNET, with a focus on Social Security and notable events. When ...

TurboTax 's free edition lets you report W-2 income, the Child Tax Credit, the Earned Income Tax Credit, deductions for student loan interest and some interest and dividends. According to TurboTax, ...

So you know, absolutely know, there's no way you're going to make the April 15 income tax filing deadline. What do you do now? How do you file for an extension? Fortunately, filing for a six-month ...

Tax season has come and gone. Monday was the last day for most taxpayers to file a 2023 return. Monday was also the last day to request an extension, an action that buys you six extra months to file ...

For most taxpayers, the filing deadline for 2024 federal taxes is April 15, 2025. If you need more time to get your return together, you can request an extension to Oct. 15, 2025. You still need to ...