
Ready to File Your 2024 Taxes? Here’s What WA Residents Need to Know
Can you believe it's already time to begin preparing for Tax Season? Preparing ahead of time can go a long way to keep you feeling less stressed.
A few things should be considered this year for those filing a 2024 tax return. For one, if you are expecting a tax refund this year, get your taxes filed as early as possible.
Due to a Federal Hiring Freeze, the IRS is extremely low on staff. It's quite possible that processing will be very delayed.
Filing 2024 Taxes in Washington - What You Need to Know
1. Double-check your forms and information for errors before submitting your taxes.
It's important to double-check all forms and information so that errors don't further delay your tax processing and refund.
2. File your return electronically if possible and as early as possible.
Consult with a tax professional or research 'new tax laws' for WA State if you are preparing and filing your own taxes returns.
3. The deadline for submitting your 2024 tax returns is April 15th, 2025
If you need to file an extension for a Non-Payment return, you will be given more time to file your documents. If you owe money, however, you will need to pay the amount owed by April 15th, but you will have extra time to submit documents.
It's always best to contact the WA State Department of Revenue if you have questions, however, you may find you are unable to talk to anyone due to the hiring freeze and an overabundance of questions via phone.
You can submit your tax questions online for help or call the IRS Helpline at 1 (800) 829-1040.
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