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What is the filing deadline for 2021 taxes?

May 17, 2021
The federal tax filing deadline for 2020 taxes has been automatically extended to May 17, 2021. Due to severe winter storms, the IRS has also extended the tax deadline for residents of Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana to June 15, 2021. This extension also applies to 2020 tax payments.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government extended this year’s federal income tax filing deadline from April 15, 2021, to May 17, 2021. In addition the IRS further extended the deadline for Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana residents to June 15. These extensions are automatic and applies to filing and payments.

Is there a deadline to file a 2008 tax return online?

You may still prepare a 2008 tax return online to file by mail. * The IRS does not allow electronic filing of prior year tax returns, and the deadline for 2008 electronic filing has passed on October 15, 2009.

When to apply for the tax rebate for 2008?

Taxpayers must file their 2007 returns by October 15, 2008, to be eligible for the rebate. The IRS may apply payments (in part or in full) to back taxes and certain debts. The maximum Sec. 179 expense deduction is increased to $250,000 and the phaseout threshold for the deduction is increased to $800,000 for tax years beginning during 2008.

What was the income tax credit for 2008?

The couple is now eligible for the primary credit of $1,200 (based on their actual $1,300 2008 tax liability and filing status) plus a $600 qualifying child credit. Since the couple’s 2008 credit is $1,800, they would be eligible for an additional $900 benefit ($1,800 computed credit – $900 rebate payment).

What happens if you file your taxes late for 2008?

If you were due a refund for 2008, you won’t have to pay any penalties or interest for filing late. But if you owe money, you may face a failure-to-file penalty, a failure-to-pay penalty, and interest. All these charges get larger for every day your return remains unfiled.