{"id":28859,"date":"2013-04-08T15:57:41","date_gmt":"2013-04-08T15:57:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hrblock.com\/tax-center\/?post_type=newsroom&p=28859"},"modified":"2023-06-01T13:14:14","modified_gmt":"2023-06-01T18:14:14","slug":"cant-file-time-not-sure-right-dont-settle-less-hr-block-offers-free-tax-extension-filing","status":"publish","type":"newsroom","link":"https:\/\/www.hrblock.com\/tax-center\/newsroom\/irs\/deadlines-and-extensions\/cant-file-time-not-sure-right-dont-settle-less-hr-block-offers-free-tax-extension-filing\/","title":{"rendered":"Can\u2019t file on time? Not sure it\u2019s right? Don\u2019t settle for less \u2013 H&R Block offers free tax extension filing"},"content":{"rendered":"
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For those who abhor deadlines, but also like something free, H&R Block is coming to their aid. Now through the April 15 tax filing deadline, all participating\u00a0H&R Block<\/a>\u00a0(NYSE: HRB) locations and\u00a0At Home<\/a> online are offering free tax extension filing.<\/p>\n

But, don\u2019t think an extension to file also means an extension to pay. Almost half of Americans weren\u2019t aware they still had to pay taxes owed even if they filed a tax return extension, according to a survey conducted by The Tax Institute at H&R Block.<\/p>\n

H&R Block also is providing additional information online for late-season filers. Its\u00a0Extension Resource Center<\/a>\u00a0is a one-stop resource for information about filing an extension, including how to pay any balance due conveniently and securely using a credit or debit card.<\/p>\n

\u201cRushing to file a tax return by the deadline can mean missing out on claiming valuable tax breaks that can cost taxpayers more in taxes than they actually owe,\u201d said Kathy Pickering, executive director of The Tax Institute at H&R Block. \u201cTaxpayers may want to seek assistance to file an accurate tax return to claim all the tax credits and deductions they are due or with filing a free extension.\u201d<\/p>\n

On average, more than 10 million taxpayers applied for a\u00a0tax filing extension<\/a>\u00a0each of the past few years. This gave them time to file accurate returns and avoid the 5-percent monthly failure-to file-penalty.<\/p>\n

This extension gives taxpayers an extra six months to file a tax return, making the new filing deadline Oct. 15. H&R Block can help taxpayers understand their payment options if there is a balance due.<\/p>\n

Taxpayers residing outside the country (including members of the military) routinely receive an additional two months to file, making their deadline June 15 this year.<\/p>\n

IRS offering additional payment assistance<\/b><\/h2>\n

This year, the IRS is allowing late-payment penalty relief to some who request an extension to file. To get this relief, the taxpayer also must be filing one of the\u00a0delayed IRS forms<\/a>\u00a0resulting from tax legislation passed in January. Additionally, taxpayers must pay their \u201cgood faith\u201d estimate of their tax bill by April 15. The IRS will waive any late-payment penalties applied to the taxpayer\u2019s balance due if these guidelines are followed. Interest still applies to the unpaid balance.<\/p>\n

For more information about applying for a free tax extension at an H&R Block office, visit\u00a0www.hrblock.com<\/a>\u00a0or call 800-HRBLOCK.<\/p>\n

H&R Block\u2019s tax professionals prepare and sign their clients\u2019 tax returns, guaranteeing accuracy and the maximum refund. In-office preparation services include\u00a0Second Look\u00ae reviews<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Block LiveSM<\/sup>, the industry\u2019s only video tax preparation solution.\u00a0H&R Block At Home\u2122<\/a>\u00a0gives do-it-yourself filers the expertise and guidance of\u00a0The Tax Institute at H&R Block<\/a>\u00a0on their computers, iPads and smartphones. The new\u00a0My H&R Block Account<\/a>\u00a0lets taxpayers upload receipts and other important tax season documents securely, to one place, year-round, for free. The company offers affordable financial products and services through H&R Block Bank and keeps its offices open and tax conversation going with clients year-round via\u00a0blogs<\/a>,\u00a0tweets<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Regardless of who prepares tax returns, taxpayers are legally responsible for the contents. To find the nearest H&R Block office, visit\u00a0www.hrblock.com<\/a>\u00a0or call 800-HRBLOCK.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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About H&R Block<\/strong><\/h3>\n

H&R Block, Inc. (NYSE:\u00a0HRB) is the world\u2019s largest tax services provider. More than 600 million tax returns have been prepared worldwide by and through H&R Block since 1955. In fiscal 2012, H&R Block had annual revenues of $2.9 billion with 25.6 million tax returns prepared worldwide. Tax return preparation services are provided in\u00a0company-owned<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0franchise<\/a>\u00a0retail tax offices by approximately 90,000 professional tax preparers, and through H&R Block At Home\u2122 digital products. H&R Block Bank provides affordable banking products and services. For more information, visit the\u00a0H&R Block Online Press Center<\/a>.<\/p>\n

About The Tax Institute at H&R Block<\/b><\/h3>\n

The Tax Institute at H&R Block<\/b><\/a>\u00a0is the go-to source for objective insights on federal and state tax laws affecting the individual. It provides nonpartisan information and analysis on the real world implications of tax policies and proposals to policymakers, journalists, experts and tax preparers. The Institute\u2019s experts include CPAs, Enrolled Agents, tax attorneys and former IRS agents. Building off more than 10 years of research and analysis from a specialized tax research group at H&R Block, the company launched The Tax Institute in 2007.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

For those who abhor deadlines, but also like something free, H&R Block is coming to their aid. Now through the April 15 tax filing deadline, all participating\u00a0H&R Block\u00a0(NYSE: HRB) locations and\u00a0At Home online are offering free tax extension filing. But, don\u2019t think an extension to file also means an extension to pay. 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