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 ...

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Filing IRS Form 4868 gives you an automatic six-month extension to file your tax return. You can request an extension for free, but you still need to pay taxes owed by Tax Day. Many, or all, of the ...

You'll need it to report short- and long-term capital gains to the IRS When you sell or exchange capital assets like stocks, bonds, real estate, or artwork, you must report these transactions on your ...

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