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2026 tax FAQs for 2025 returns—deadlines, credits, refunds, and IRS rules.
The deadline to file your 2024 federal income tax return is April 15, 2025.
If you need more time, you can request an extension until October 15, 2025, but any taxes owed must still be paid by April 15 to avoid penalties and interest.
You must file a tax return if your income exceeds the IRS filing threshold based on your filing status, age, and income type.
This includes:
Employees (W-2)
Self-employed individuals (1099)
Gig workers, freelancers, and contractors
Business owners
Anyone with investment, rental, or foreign income
Common documents include:
W-2 (employment income)
1099-NEC / 1099-MISC (self-employment)
1099-INT / 1099-DIV (bank & investments)
Social Security numbers for you and dependents
Childcare, education, and medical expense records
Business expense receipts (if self-employed)
Yes. If you earned $400 or more from self-employment, you must file a tax return.
You may also be required to pay self-employment tax and quarterly estimated taxes.
We help maximize deductions such as mileage, home office, phone, and internet expenses.
You may qualify for:
Child Tax Credit
Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Child & Dependent Care Credit
Education Credits (American Opportunity & Lifetime Learning)
Premium Tax Credit (Health Insurance Marketplace)
Credits can significantly reduce your tax or increase your refund.
Most refunds are issued within 21 days if:
You e-file your return
You choose direct deposit
Refunds may take longer if your return requires IRS review or includes credits like EITC or ACTC.
Yes. Always file on time, even if you can’t pay in full.
The IRS offers:
Payment plans
Installment agreements
Other relief options
Filing late penalties are much higher than payment penalties.
Getting started is easy:
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Upload your documents securely
We prepare and file your return accurately and on time
Our goal is to make tax filing simple, fast, and stress-free.
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