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Level 6
posted Jul 7, 2020 5:10:42 AM

e-file

Can we still file a personal return? Thanks.

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Level 15
Jul 7, 2020 2:22:57 PM

The filing deadline is July 15, 2020--if you owe tax due you must pay by that deadline.  E-filing will be open until October 15, 2020 for 2019 returns.  After that, e-filing will close and 2019 returns will have to be submitted by mail.

 

If you are getting a refund, there is not a penalty for filing past the deadline.  If you owe taxes, the interest/penalties will be calculated by the IRS based on how much you owe and when they receive your return and payment. The IRS will bill you for this; it will not be calculated by TurboTax.

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Level 15
Jul 7, 2020 5:42:02 AM

The filing deadline is July 15, 2020--if you owe tax due you must pay by that deadline.  E-filing will be open until October 15, 2020 for 2019 returns.  After that, e-filing will close and 2019 returns will have to be submitted by mail.

 

If you are getting a refund, there is not a penalty for filing past the deadline.  If you owe taxes, the interest/penalties will be calculated by the IRS based on how much you owe and when they receive your return and payment. The IRS will bill you for this; it will not be calculated by TurboTax.

Level 6
Jul 7, 2020 5:59:54 AM

I just wanted to confirm this. Wasn't sure if I needed to mail it in. And yes, a refund is expected. Thank you.

Level 15
Jul 7, 2020 6:06:39 AM

@fasteddie577 You are welcome.  Stay safe.

Level 15
Jul 7, 2020 2:22:57 PM

The filing deadline is July 15, 2020--if you owe tax due you must pay by that deadline.  E-filing will be open until October 15, 2020 for 2019 returns.  After that, e-filing will close and 2019 returns will have to be submitted by mail.

 

If you are getting a refund, there is not a penalty for filing past the deadline.  If you owe taxes, the interest/penalties will be calculated by the IRS based on how much you owe and when they receive your return and payment. The IRS will bill you for this; it will not be calculated by TurboTax.

Level 6
Jul 9, 2020 4:52:08 AM

If for some reason I am unable to file by July 15th, I need to file for an extension, right? Refund expected as mentioned. Thanks

Level 15
Jul 9, 2020 5:54:50 AM

@fasteddie577

 

You do not need an extension if you are getting a refund.

If you are getting a refund, there is not a penalty for filing past the deadline.  If you owe taxes, the interest/penalties will be calculated by the IRS based on how much you owe and when they receive your return and payment. The IRS will bill you for this; it will not be calculated by TurboTax.

Level 6
Jul 9, 2020 6:41:11 AM

Thank you.