No. Using the annualized method is the best way for your type of seasonal business.
To use the annualized method for estimated tax payments in TurboTax Online, follow these steps: 1. Go to ...
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No. Using the annualized method is the best way for your type of seasonal business.
To use the annualized method for estimated tax payments in TurboTax Online, follow these steps: 1. Go to the Federal Taxes section. 2. Select Deductions & Credits. 3. Scroll to and open the Estimated Tax Payments or Penalty for Underpayment of Estimated Tax section. 4. When asked, select the option to use the annualized income installment method. 5. Enter your income and deductions as prompted for each period. This method calculates your payments based on actual income earned, which can lower penalties if income varies throughout the year.
These payments must be made by the quarterly deadlines: April 15, June 15, September 15, and January 15 of the following year. Meeting these thresholds protects you from penalties even if you owe additional taxes at filing.
Keep in mind the IRS safe harbor rules help avoid penalties for underpayment of estimated taxes. To meet safe harbor and avoid penalties, you must pay either:
90% of the current year's tax liability through timely estimated payments or withholding, or
100% of last year's tax liability if your adjusted gross income (AGI) is under $150,000 ($110% if your AGI is $150,000 or more).