New Tax Day Deadline Released After IRS System Crash

Well, well, well. It looks like Christmas came even earlier this year. The IRS announced yesterday evening that they are providing taxpayers an additional day to file and pay their taxes following issues with their payment system that surfaced on the original April 17 tax deadline.

Individuals and businesses with a filing or payment deadline originally due on Tuesday, April 17th, 2018 now have until midnight Wednesday.

The IRS Delays Tax Deadline Following Technology Collapse 

All taxpayers now have until Wednesday, April 18th, 2018 as the official last day to file taxes without penalty. This is following the agency’s system crash for electronically filing returns during the originally scheduled Tax Day deadline. 

While the IRS’s electronic filing system came back online Tuesday evening, the direct tax payment system used by IRS-authorized third-party providers is still not going through. However, this will be resolved by today, April 18th and extended tax services have been offered. 

“This is the busiest tax day of the year, and the IRS apologizes for the inconvenience this system issue caused for taxpayers,” said Acting IRS Commissioner David Kautter. “The IRS appreciates everyone’s patience during this period. The extra time will help taxpayers affected by this situation.”

The IRS is also advising taxpayers to file income tax extension Form 4868 for personal income tax returns or Form 8868 for organizations if they need more time to file. This form will give filers an additional six months.

You can file tax extension Form 8868 quickly and easily with ExpressTaxExempt. Our step-by-step filing process is equipped with built-in audits to ensure error-free filing. When you file your tax extension online, you will receive a confirmation email notifying you that your IRS extension was accepted.

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The Best Advice for Nonprofits on Tax Day

Tax Day 2018 has officially arrived! Your initial instinct may be to focus on your personal income tax return, but your organization may need to also submit a return to the IRS by midnight.

If your nonprofit or tax-exempt organization operates on a fiscal tax year beginning in December and running until November, you must file a 990 Form by TODAY, April 17th, Tax Day.

Today is the last day to file taxes 2018 for your nonprofit organization.

If this deadline caught you off guard, here's the best advice for nonprofits on Tax Day.

Advice for Nonprofits on Tax Day

The most recognized and discussed tax day of the year is today, April 17th. As a leader of a tax-exempt organization, here is what you need to know about the Form 990 series as well as tax extension Form 8868.

Form 990 Series

Form 990-N (e-Postcard): Filed by tax-exempt organizations with gross receipts less than or equal to $50,000.

Form 990-EZ: Filed by tax-exempt organizations with gross receipts that come to less than $200,000 and $500,000 in total assets.

Form 990: Exempt organizations with more than or equal to $200,000 in gross receipts or total assets more than or equal to $500,000 typically file Form 990.

Form 990-PF: Filed by Exempt & Taxable Private Foundations as well as Non-exempt Charitable Trusts which the IRS treats as private foundations. 

Tax Extension Form 8868 Due Date

Need more time to file your IRS Form 990? Using IRS Form 8868, your organization will automatically get 6 months to file Form 990. To avoid penalties, you will need to file by midnight TONIGHT! That’s right, Form 8868 is due today, April 17th, 2018. If you file after Tax Day 2018, your IRS extension form will be rejected.

Steps To E-file IRS Form 8868

1. Register or sign in with ExpressTaxExempt
2. Add organization's basic information such as name, EIN, address, and contact number
3. Select the IRS form which you are applying for the tax extension
4. Enter your organization's tax year period
5. Choose your tax extension type and provide information for signing authority
6. Review your return and fix any errors
7. Pay and transmit to the IRS

To make Tax Day even better for your nonprofit, you should take advantage of a personal income tax extension using TaxBandits. Extension Form 4868 is used by individual or joint taxpayers to receive an automatic extension of up to 6 months to file their returns. TaxBandits also handles Form 990 Series tax filing so you can complete both forms from one account. 

It takes just a few minutes to apply for an income tax extension using TaxBandits. Sign-up for a free account today. 

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How To E-file Your Form 990 On The Go

Nonprofit and tax-exempt organizations worldwide are required to file an annual information return each year to report the financial status and actions of the organization to the IRS. E-filing a 990 Form on your own can be difficult and time consuming if you’re paper filing, but luckily for you, ExpressTaxExempt makes the process as easy as possible.

ExpressTaxExempt offers an easy and secure way to transmit 990 forms quicker than ever. And here’s the fun part, you can get your filing done within minutes, especially Form 990-N, without being near a desk or computer!

Organizations with a fiscal tax year that ended on November 30, 2017 are required to file a 990 Form by April 17th.

Here are two ways you can e-file your Form 990 from your smartphone by the upcoming April 17th deadline: 

Form 990-N Mobile App

Did your organization have less than $50,000 in gross receipts for the 2017 tax year? The FREE ExpressTaxExempt - Form 990-N app allows small tax-exempt organizations to e-file their 990-N (e-Postcard) Form directly from an iOS or Android mobile device.

The entire filing process can be completed anywhere at any time; the only information needed is basic organization details, tax year period, and confirmation of total revenue less than $50,000.

Prior to transmitting to the IRS, your e-Postcard is automatically checked to ensure each question was answered correctly. Once the IRS approves your filing, you will receive a confirmation directly to your email. If your return is rejected for any reason, the 990-N mobile app will inform you of what information needs to be corrected and allows you to resend your form without any extra cost.

Form 8868 Mobile App

If your nonprofit or charity has gross receipts over $50,000, and you need extra time to file your 2017 Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF, you can download the FREE ExpressTaxExempt - Form 8868 and conveniently file a tax extension using your iOS or Android handset.

E-filing only takes minutes to complete, and all you need is your organization’s basic details, tax year period, and select the annual tax return you typically file with the IRS. You can also enter any estimated tax liabilities if necessary. Your tax-exempt extension form gets checked for any mistakes before transmitting, and you’ll receive a PDF copy of the extension after sending it.

Let ExpressTaxExempt Help You Meet The April 17th Deadline

Forget about missing the April 17th Tax Day deadline when you file with ExpressTaxExempt. 

Whether it’s transmitting your form to IRS by the deadline or quickly applying for a tax extension, ExpressTaxExempt has you covered! 

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Make Sure Your Organization is in The Clear After The Tax Deadline

As the biggest tax day of the year approaches, your initial instinct may be to handle your personal tax filings; but what about your exempt organization?

Your Federal Tax Return is not the only tax form due this tax season. ExpressTaxExempt is here to make sure your organization is in the clear after the tax deadline.

Is My Organization Required To File Form 990?

If your nonprofit or tax-exempt organization operates on a fiscal tax year beginning in December and running until November, you must file one of the following 990 Forms by April 17th:

Form 990-N (e-Postcard): Filed by tax-exempt organizations with gross receipts less than or equal to $50,000.

Form 990-EZ: Filed by tax-exempt organizations with gross receipts that come to less than $200,000 and $500,000 in total assets.

Form 990: Exempt organizations with more than or equal to $200,000 in gross receipts or total assets more than or equal to $500,000 typically file Form 990.

Form 990-PF: Filed by Exempt & Taxable Private Foundations as well as Non-exempt Charitable Trusts which the IRS treats as private foundations.

How To Meet the April 17 Tax Deadline

There is still an adequate amount of time to meet the April 17th tax deadline; especially when you e-file with ExpressTaxExempt!

Our step-by-step tax preparation takes the hassle out of IRS nonprofit filing by providing a simplified interview-style e-filing process.

Our tax software works to keep your organization compliant with the IRS all year long. Plus, when you file your Form 990, 990-N, 990-EZ, or 990-PF with ExpressTaxExempt, upon approval from the IRS, we will instantly send your tax return to GuideStar to be shown on their database with our Express990 feature.

Learn more about how to take advantage of this partnership here.

Need More Time to File? We’ve Got You Covered!

If you have a lot on your plate and need more time to file, ExpressTaxExempt has you covered.

Simply e-file Form 8868 from your ExpressTaxExempt account for an additional 6 months of filing time for your tax-exempt organization. This form must be filed by the original due date of your organization’s 990 filing deadline.

Steps to E-File Extension Form 8868

1. Register or sign in with ExpressTaxExempt
2. Add organization's basic information such as name, EIN, address, and contact number
3. Select the IRS form which you are applying for the extension
4. Enter your organization's tax year period
5. Choose your extension type and provide information for signing authority
6. Review your return and fix any errors
7. Pay and transmit to the IRS

See how simple that is? File with ExpressTaxExempt and forget about IRS penalties and the headache of filing tax forms for hours. Get started today to make sure your organization is in the clear this tax season!

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