Tax News IRS Announces Tax Deadline Extension for Boston-Area Taxpayers Read the Article Open Share Drawer Share this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window) Written by TurboTaxBlogTeam Published Apr 16, 2013 1 min read In the wake of the tragic bombings that occurred in Boston on Monday, April 15, the IRS announced today a three-month tax filing and payment extension to provide relief to Boston-area taxpayers and others affected by Monday’s explosions. The relief will give eligible taxpayers until July 15, 2013 to file their 2012 tax returns and pay taxes that were due on April 15th without incurring filing and payment penalties. Interest penalties, however, will still apply to any payments made after the April 15 tax deadline. Who is Eligible for Relief? The relief applies to individual taxpayers who live in Suffolk County, Massachusetts, including the city of Boston. In addition, victims, their families, first responders, taxpayers whose tax preparers were affected, and individuals living outside Suffolk County who were impacted will be eligible for relief. How Do You Get an Extension? If you live in Suffolk County, the IRS will automatically provide you an extension and no further action is necessary. If you live outside Suffolk County, you can call the IRS beginning Tuesday, April 23 at 1-866-562-5227 to claim relief. If eligible, you may also receive an additional extension, to October 15, as long as you file extension Form 4868 by July 15, 2013. Previous Post A Century of Income Taxes: The History of Tax Day… Next Post IRS Offers Penalty Relief to Storm Victims Unable to File… Written by TurboTaxBlogTeam More from TurboTaxBlogTeam Leave a ReplyCancel reply Browse Related Articles Crypto Understanding Crypto and Capital Gains Work 7 Things You Need to Know About the New Business Report… Work Using Form 8829 to Write-Off Business Use of Your Home Tax Tips Roth 403(b) vs. Roth IRA: Which Should You Invest In? Life Interest Rates, Inflation, and Your Taxes Investments Essential Tax Tips for Maximizing Investment Gains Uncategorized TurboTax is Partnering with Saweetie to Elevate Hoop Dr… Business Small Business Owners: Optimize Your Taxes with a Mid-Y… Small Business The Benefits of Employing Your Children and the Tax Bre… Income and Investments Are Olympics Winnings Taxed?