Reminder: Oct. 15 deadline approaching for taxpayers who requested extensions

IRS YouTube Videos: Reminders for Extension Filers-Oct. 15 – English | Spanish | ASL IR-2019-163, October 7, 2019 WASHINGTON — Taxpayers who requested the six-month filing extension should complete their tax returns and file on or before the Oct. 15 deadline. Convenient electronic filing options, including IRS  Free File, are still available. Filing electronically is […]

IRS urges families, teens to make online safety a priority

Agency focuses on cybersecurity awareness during National Work and Family Month IR-2019-175, October 22, 2019 WASHINGTON – The Internal Revenue Service today urged families and teens to stay vigilant in protecting personal information while connected to the internet. Although the IRS is making huge strides in fighting identity theft and thwarting fraudulent tax returns, help […]

New Form 1040-SR, alternative filing option available for seniors

WASHINGTON ― The Internal Revenue Service wants seniors to know about the availability of a new tax form, Form 1040-SR, featuring larger print and a standard deduction chart with a goal of making it easier for older Americans to read and use. The Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 required the IRS to create a tax […]