When it comes to preparing a tax return, it is never too early to start preparing your students. Do they know this important date?

Answer: April 15th, 2024

Questions:

• Just like schoolwork, why is it important to know the deadline to file your tax return?
• Can you file your tax return early? Why might you file BEFORE the deadline?
• Why do you think the IRS gives people a few months after the end of the tax year to file their tax return?

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Behind the numbers (TurboTax)

• Individual income tax returns are typically due April 15, unless the date falls on a weekend or holiday or you file Form 4868 seeking an extension until October 15.
• Independent contractors, gig workers, and self-employed people usually have to make quarterly estimated tax payments are pre-set dates throughout the year.
• Partnerships (including multi-member LLCs) and S-Corps filing deadlines are typically either March 15 unless they operate on a fiscal year. A six-month extension to September 15 (or five months after the original deadline) can be requested using Form 7004.

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Want to dig into the 1040? Check out NGPF's On-Demand module: Tackling the 1040. 

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We update our taxes unit every year! Check out the updated Taxes Unit here. 

About the Author

Ryan Wood

Ryan is the Partnerships and Adoption Manager for Next Gen Personal Finance’s midwest region. He brings his experience as a former teacher, curriculum designer, and sales and marketing professional to state organizations and school districts in supporting the implementation of their personal financial education efforts. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and earned his teaching credential from Saint Mary’s University in Winona, Minnesota. He proudly taught at two rural high schools in Wisconsin before transitioning to curriculum design at NGPF, and is now excited to be on the front lines in delivering the best possible financial education in the midwest. He and his wife have three beautiful daughters, each of which inspire him to share the impact of being sound financial stewards both at home and as lifelong learners.