…It’s likely you can’t file yet.
Today the IRS sent out a “QuickAlert for Tax Professionals.” They stated, “Authorized IRS e-file Providers must not submit electronic returns to the IRS prior to the receipt of all Forms W-2, W-2G, and 1099-R from the taxpayers.” Additionally, most brokerage 1099s are not distributed until mid-February. Those of us who have interests in partnerships or S-Corporations may not receive that paperwork for months.
Tax professionals need all the paperwork: It’s far better to extend than amend. That means we’re in hurry up and wait mode; for many taxpayers it will be weeks to months before we can file.
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