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posted May 11, 2021 11:52:22 AM

Filed taxes and paid - forgot to sign return

I filed without signing (by mail) and I understand they will send back the  return - will they keep and cash my check even though they are sending back my return?  I'd like to avoid the penalties.  Or, should I just stop payment, and send another check with a signed copy of the retun?

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Expert Alumni
May 11, 2021 3:38:29 PM

The IRS will process your payment, even if you didn't sign the return.

 

There would have been a payment voucher with your mailed return - that voucher is important in ensuring the payment is properly credited to your tax account.

 

Check with your bank to see when the payment clears and keep a copy of the cancelled check. 

 

 

 

Level 15
May 11, 2021 6:56:11 PM

if you cancel your payment and pay after may 17, you will be paying late.