Should you file a tax extension? 5 pros and cons to weigh before April 15

It’s easy to extend your 2026 tax filing deadline to October, but don't ignore the April payment requirement.

Tax extension: How to get more time to file your tax return this year

If you can't finish your federal tax return by Tax Day, you can get more time by filing a tax extension.
Lifehacker

Don't Miss This Tax Deadline If You Filed for an Extension

Emily Long is a freelance writer based in Salt Lake City. After graduating from Duke University, she spent several years reporting on the federal workforce for Government Executive, a publication of ...

I Asked ChatGPT if I Should File an Extension or Risk Late Filing — Here’s What It Said

Not ready to file your taxes? Learn why filing an extension is usually safer than filing late, how penalties work and when to ...
Forbes

A Procrastinator’s Guide To Filing An Income Tax Extension

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Ashley L. Case, J.D., LL.M., writes about tax and estate planning. Ah, tax season. The annual ritual of number crunching, receipt ...
Treasure Coast Newspapers

What happens if you don’t file your taxes? Here’s what the law says

The IRS tax filing deadline was April 15, 2025, and late filers face penalties. Floridians affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton have an extended deadline of May 1, 2025. If you missed Tuesday's ...
Newsweek

Penalty for Filing Taxes Late in 2025: What to Know

As Tax Day approaches, millions of Americans are preparing their returns, but missing the April 15 deadline could trigger a cascade of penalties and interest. For taxpayers who owe money, the ...