The filing period of Form 2290 for the 2012 / 2013 tax year officially opened on July 1st this year, but that doesn’t mean all is back to normal. 2290Tax learned about an upcoming IRS computer shut down that means truckers need to file their 2012 tax forms no later than August 30th. Continue reading “Form 2290 For 2012 / 2013 Tax Year”
What is Form 2290 Electronic Filing?
Form 2290 was originally created by the federal government in the 1950’s as a tax levied on truck drivers for the purpose of maintaining highways across the United States and hasn’t changed much since then. Electronic filing, otherwise known as e-filing, represents the biggest change to Form 2290 and is more centered on how a trucker files their taxes as opposed to what gets filed. But what is it? And what do you need before you can start?
2290 Instructions
There are so many ways to process your HVUT filings that simple 2290 instructions have become difficult to find. Do you e-file? Paper file? Hire a preparer? What are your choices and how can you get the best bang for your buck?
Although there are many ways to file your taxes, the hard part is not the form – it’s choosing HOW you want to file. Today, you have more choices then ever from which to choose so we’ve listed the different 2290 instructions below to assist you in making the best choice possible.
Know Your 2290 e-File Provider
In today’s digital age, it’s nearly impossible to find a U.S. based company that doesn’t outsource its support center overseas. But if it’s important for you to find a U.S. based 2290 e-file provider for your tax filing, you’ve come to the right place.
This isn’t eBay or Amazon – this is trucking and those of us in the business understand the importance of “shaking hands.”
2012/2013 Form 2290 Due Date
Calls have been poring in with one simple question. When will the 2012/2013 Form 2290 be due? Do you want some good news??
The Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax is back on track! There will be no delay this year.
Trust Us – A Fast 2290 Isn’t Always Better
Every single day, I take a call that goes a little something like this:
Caller: How long does it take to get my 2290?
Me: Turnaround time is typically 15-20 minutes.
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How to Spot an All American IRS 2290 Tax Provider
Did you think that just because a company is an IRS 2290 tax provider approved to e-file your HVUT form that they are located in the good old U.S.A? How can you find out where your IRS 2290 Tax e-file provider is located? And how can you keep your business and taxpayer information from going off shore?
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Form 2290 Heavy Use Tax Postponed
Under current law, Form 2290 Heavy Use Tax filing ends after September 30, 2011. The IRS has issued a temporary regulation that postpones to November 30, 2011 the due date to file Form 2290 Heavy Use Tax for the period beginning July 1, 2011 for vehicles used during the months of July, August, and September, 2011.
2011/2012 Tax Form 2290 Due Date
There may be some delays in the opening of the 2011/2012 annual filing season for Tax Form 2290. The IRS has not yet published the final 2011/2012 Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax Return, nor are they accepting paper or e-filings at this time.
Get Ready to e-File This Year’s HVUT Form
It’s time to file your HVUT Form!!
In case you’ve been out on the road too long and haven’t heard yet, you can now e-file your IRS HVUT Form from the convenience of your own computer. It’s Fast, Easy and Secure.
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