Every year, earnings statements are sent to employees and contractors the last week of January. Generally, people who earned income have until April 15th to file federal and state income tax forms to get refunds or make a payment to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

Income Taxes for 2012 - Get a Tax Extension

If you can’t get your taxes in by April 15, 2013, you can get an automatic tax extension with this form. Once you submit this form 4868 to extend the deadline, you will need to file by October 15, 2013. If you owe money, you will have to pay interest and a monthly late payment penalty on any tax not paid by the due date until you pay the tax. This tax extension form must be submitted by April 15th.

Income Taxes for 2011, 2010 and 2009

Many community based tax offices can help you file taxes due in the last three prior years.