The Oct. 15 income tax filing deadline is approaching for those who requested a six-month extension. IRS furloughed over 34,000 employees on Oct. 8. File on time to avoid penalties and more debt. E-filing could mean faster refunds. Deadline remains Oct. 15 for extension filers, according to tax experts.

Missing the Oct. 15 deadline could lead to penalties and interest charges. Taxpayers had until April 15 to pay taxes owed. IRS will continue to process returns despite the shutdown. Taxpayers urged to file electronically and choose direct deposit for quicker processing. Pay taxes owed electronically.

Expect delays if filing a paper return. Shutdown may delay processing and refunds. Installment agreement holders must meet deadlines. IRS employees serving the public will remain on the job. Shutdown began Oct. 1, but the IRS operated as usual for the first five days.

IRS Free File opens Jan. 10, 2025, for the 2024 tax season. Beware of mailing payments/checks as proof of timely receipt may be difficult. Shutdown uncertainty creates challenges for government services. Deadline remains Oct. 15; no extension due to shutdown. Watch out for scams during shutdown.

IRS online alert warns of furlough. Contingency plan sent furlough letters to affected employees. Most IRS employees serving the public will remain on the job. Expect increased wait times, backlogs, and delays due to shutdown. Tax law changes implementation may be delayed. IRS prepares for 2026 tax season.

Taxpayers may face challenges from reduced IRS communication ability. Delays in guidance and implementation of tax changes expected. Submit items on time to mitigate delays. Shutdown increases risks of scams and confusion. IRS must continue to collect taxes despite shutdown.

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