Tax season 2026 opened on Monday, Jan. 26, and some filers already know they'll need an extension to file. Here's how to get a tax-filing extension.

If you can't finish your income taxes by tonight, file a free extension to get an extra 6 months. Katie covered all things how-to at CNET, with a focus on Social Security and notable events. When ...

Today is the last day for most taxpayers to file a 2023 return and also the last day to request an extension, which buys you six extra months to file your taxes and reduces any potential penalties or ...

Filing IRS Form 4868 gives you an automatic six-month extension to file your tax return. You can request an extension for free, but you still need to pay taxes owed by Tax Day. Many, or all, of the ...

Discover steps to file a federal tax extension, avoid mistakes, and understand the benefits of timely tax submission for ...

Range reports that taxpayers can extend their tax filing deadline to October 15 without penalties, but must pay taxes by ...

So you know, absolutely know, there's no way you're going to make the April 15 income tax filing deadline. What do you do now? How do you file for an extension? Fortunately, filing for a six-month ...

The IRS has extended the Free File program through 2029, continuing its partnership with a coalition of private tax software companies. IRS Free File remains open for 2023 returns through the Oct. 15 ...