Filing a tax extension is a straightforward process that gives you until October 15th to submit your tax return. Here are the steps to follow:

Choose Your Method

You can file an extension in three main ways:

  • Online Payment: Pay any estimated tax due online and select the option to file for an extension. This automatically grants you an extension without needing to submit a separate form.
  • IRS Free File: Use IRS Free File to electronically request an automatic extension. This service is available to everyone, regardless of income.
  • Mail: Submit Form 4868, “Application for Automatic Extension of Time To File U.S. Individual Income Tax Return,” by mail.

Complete Form 4868

If you choose to file by mail, you’ll need to:

  • Estimate Your Tax Liability: Calculate your total tax liability for the year and subtract any payments you’ve already made.
  • Fill Out the Form: Enter your personal information and estimated tax liability on Form 4868.
  • Submit the Form: Mail the completed form to the IRS by the April filing deadline.

Pay Any Taxes Due

Remember, the extension is only for filing your return, not for paying taxes. You must pay any estimated taxes owed by the April deadline to avoid penalties and interest.

Clergy Financial Resources now has an easy option to file your extension. Click the link below and complete the request form.  Once this information is submitted, we’ll file your extension and send you an email confirmation on April 15, 2025.

Submit your 2024 Tax Extension Request

The Internal Revenue Service allows taxpayers to file for a 6-month extension if they need more time to prepare their tax returns. You can obtain a tax extension for any reason; the IRS grants them automatically as long as you complete the proper form on time.

This extension is not an extension of time to pay. If you have not made all of your estimated payments for federal and state or anticipated a balance due for 2024, please forward this payment to the IRS/state prior to April 15, 2025. If you are unable to pay this balance due in full, you can still get an extension of time. However, the IRS may charge interest on the unpaid balance.  This extension will expire on October 15, 2025.

If you need more specific advice, it might be helpful to contact Pro Advisor Support to answer your questions.

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Clergy Financial Resources serves as a resource for clients to help analyze the complexity of clergy tax law, church payroll & HR issues. Our professionals are committed to helping clients stay informed about tax news, developments and trends in various specialty areas.

This article is intended to provide readers with guidance in tax matters. The article does not constitute, and should not be treated as professional advice regarding the use of any particular tax technique. Every effort has been made to assure the accuracy of the information. Clergy Financial Resources and the author do not assume responsibility for any individual’s reliance upon the information provided in the article. Readers should independently verify all information before applying it to a particular fact situation, and should independently determine the impact of any particular tax planning technique. If you are seeking legal advice, you are encouraged to consult an attorney.

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