Tax Tips for 2023

Key notes:

  • IRS Free File provides safe, easy and free way to file a federal return: The Internal Revenue Service encourages low- to moderate-income individuals and families, especially those who don’t normally file a tax return, to use IRS Free File to prepare their federal tax return and get potentially overlooked refunds and tax credits.
  • Get in-person help at Taxpayer Assistance Centers: As the April 15 federal tax filing deadline nears, the Internal Revenue Service announced it will open 70 Taxpayer Assistance Centers (TACs) around the country on Saturday, April 13, for face-to-face help. This special help is available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. local time.
  • Upcoming deadline for quarterly tax payments: The Internal Revenue Service advises taxpayers, including self-employed individuals, retirees, investors, businesses and corporations about the April 15 deadline for first quarter estimated tax payments for tax year 2024.
  • Taxpayers should understand certain energy-related tax benefits: The Department of Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service issued Announcement 2024-19  that addresses the federal income tax treatment of amounts paid for the purchase of energy efficient property and improvements.

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