Oct. 15 is the tax filing deadline for people who requested an extension Written By Written by Contributor, Buy Side E. Napoletano is a contributor to Buy Side and an expert on student loans, taxes ...

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For most people, April 15 was the last day to request a tax extension, which moves the filing deadline out six months to October 15. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our ...

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Need more time to file taxes? Fill out IRS extension Form 4868 mapodile / Getty Images Taxpayers unable to file their federal income tax return by the filing deadline can apply for an extension with ...

If you can't submit your tax return by April 15 and owe taxes, apply for an extension to avoid expensive penalties. It's important to file on time, even if you can't pay what you owe; you can work out ...