E-File after setting up a payment plan

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I used the Federal website to set ups payment plan. I must say the whole process with Turbo Tax ad the Fed is very confusing. Anyway I received "You have been approved for a Direct Debit Payment Plan (Installment Agreement) from the Fed. So back in Turbo Tax do I select e-File and I will mail a check?

Also the way I understand the payment plan is they will process it about 8 weeks after filing. Is that correct? If so do I wait to file on 4/14 or file now?

Thank you.

VictoriaD75Answer

Employee Tax Expert

If you haven't filed yet, step through the File section of TurboTax until you reach the screen How do you want to pay your federal taxes? Select the installment payment plan option, Continue, and follow the onscreen instructions.

If you already filed, or you're unable to find this option in TurboTax, you can apply for a payment plan at the IRS Payment Plans and Installment Agreements webpage (make sure you've filed your return before applying through their site).

Can I set up a payment plan for my taxes?

You can file now. It will not change anything with your installment agreement. Be sure to review this information regarding IRS payment plans.

Additional Information on Payment Plans

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VictoriaD75

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Employee Tax Expert

Can I set up a payment plan for my taxes?

You can file now. It will not change anything with your installment agreement. Be sure to review this information regarding IRS payment plans.

Additional Information on Payment Plans

@mdrescher7

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zooropa2

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All of the information I can find says you have to file first before setting up a payment plan, but Turbo Tax does not let me file without setting up a payment plan. I have tried setting it up on the IRS website several times but it gives me an error message because I haven’t filed yet. How do I file?????