No Need to Wait Until Oct. 17 Extension Deadline to File

Oct. 17 is the last day to file 2015 tax returns for most people who requested an automatic six-month extension. However, you can file any time before Oct. 17 if you have all your required tax documents. As you prepare to file, here are some things that you should know:



•A Refund May be Waiting. If you are due a refund, you should file as soon as possible to get it.

•Understand the Health Care Law’s effect on your taxes. The Affordable Care Act requires you, your spouse, and your dependents to have qualifying health insurance for the entire year, report a health coverage exemption, or make a payment when you file.

•Missed Deadline? File as Soon as You Can. If you did not request an extension by April 18, you should file and pay as soon as you can anyway. This will stop the interest and penalties that you will owe. There is no penalty for filing a late return if you are due a refund. The sooner you file, the sooner you’ll get it.

•Don’t Forget the Oct. 17 Deadline. If you aren’t ready to file yet, remember to file by Oct. 17 to avoid a late filing penalty. If you owe and can’t pay all of your taxes, pay as much as you can to reduce interest and penalties for late payment.

•More Time for the Military. Some people have more time to file. This includes members of the military and others serving in a combat zone. If this applies to you, you typically have until at least 180 days after you leave the combat zone to both file returns and pay any taxes due.

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Tax Tip 2015-11

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