Tax News IRS Announces Tax Relief for Washington State Mudslide and Flooding Victims Read the Article Open Share Drawer Share this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window) Written by TurboTaxLisa Published Apr 7, 2014 - [Updated Aug 23, 2019] 1 min read On April 4th the IRS announced that victims of the recent Washington State floods and mudslides will have until October 15 to file their 2013 individual and business tax returns and pay any taxes due. What Washington taxpayers are eligible for relief? Following last weeks Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) disaster declaration, Washington residents receiving this benefit and other special relief include those in: Snohomish County Sauk-Suiattle Stillaguamish Tulalip tribes This extension also offers additional disaster relief by extending the: April 15th deadline for making 2013 contributions to IRAs April 15th, June 16th, September 15th deadlines for making quarterly estimated tax payments April 30th and July 31 deadlines for quarterly payroll and excise tax returns The IRS will also abate any interest, late payments, or late filing penalties that would normally apply. You don’t need to do anything if you live in any of the affected areas. The IRS will automatically provide relief to you if your IRS address of record is located in these disaster areas. The IRS will also work with you if you live outside the disaster area but your records necessary to meet the tax deadline are located in the areas that were declared a disaster area. This is also a great time to help those in need. If you would like to help the victims of the tragic mudslides, you can visit the American Red Cross. Previous Post IRS Announces Immediate Tax Benefits for Contributions to Philippines Typhoon… Next Post Massachusetts Extends State Tax Deadline Until April 18th Written by Lisa Greene-Lewis Lisa has over 20 years of experience in tax preparation. Her success is attributed to being able to interpret tax laws and help clients better understand them. She has held positions as a public auditor, controller, and operations manager. Lisa has appeared on the Steve Harvey Show, the Ellen Show, and major news broadcast to break down tax laws and help taxpayers understand what tax laws mean to them. For Lisa, getting timely and accurate information out to taxpayers to help them keep more of their money is paramount. More from Lisa Greene-Lewis Follow Lisa Greene-Lewis on Twitter. 4 responses to “IRS Announces Tax Relief for Washington State Mudslide and Flooding Victims” I live in the town of Darrington, with the zip code 98241. Does the ruling give me an automatic extension to October 15 for filing my income taxes, and do I have to do anything to actually receive the extension? Reply Hi Don, if you live in Snohomish county, you don’t need to file an extension. The IRS says that when they receive your return, they will automatically provide relief from late interest and penalties based on your address being located in this county. Hope this answers your question. Lee Reply does this include all residents with a Snohomish county zip code and not even have to file extension form? Reply Hi, Yes, per the IRS affected taxpayers in Snohomish County, including the Sauk-Suiattle, Stillaguamish and Tulalip tribes, will receive an extension. Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply Leave a ReplyCancel reply Browse Related Articles Crypto Understanding Crypto and Capital Gains Work 7 Things You Need to Know About the New Business Report… Work Using Form 8829 to Write-Off Business Use of Your Home Tax Tips Roth 403(b) vs. Roth IRA: Which Should You Invest In? Life Interest Rates, Inflation, and Your Taxes Investments Essential Tax Tips for Maximizing Investment Gains Uncategorized TurboTax is Partnering with Saweetie to Elevate Hoop Dr… Business Small Business Owners: Optimize Your Taxes with a Mid-Y… Small Business The Benefits of Employing Your Children and the Tax Bre… Income and Investments Are Olympics Winnings Taxed?
I live in the town of Darrington, with the zip code 98241. Does the ruling give me an automatic extension to October 15 for filing my income taxes, and do I have to do anything to actually receive the extension? Reply
Hi Don, if you live in Snohomish county, you don’t need to file an extension. The IRS says that when they receive your return, they will automatically provide relief from late interest and penalties based on your address being located in this county. Hope this answers your question. Lee Reply
does this include all residents with a Snohomish county zip code and not even have to file extension form? Reply
Hi, Yes, per the IRS affected taxpayers in Snohomish County, including the Sauk-Suiattle, Stillaguamish and Tulalip tribes, will receive an extension. Thank you, Lisa Greene-Lewis Reply