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IRS Online Account

If you don't have an IRS online account it's never too late to get one. You can use an IRS account to check and manage your tax information quickly.

IRS Refund Status

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State of Delaware Refund Status

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TIP Income

For tax years beginning after December 31, 2024. Individuals can deduct up to $25,000 in qualified cash tips from their taxable income. You don’t have to itemize to take this deduction. To qualify, the taxpayer must work in an occupation that customarily and regularly received tips on or before Dec. 31, 2024. The deduction is available to both employees and self-employed individuals and must be officially reported by your employer.

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Senior Credit

Beginning in tax year 2025 and continuing through 2028, individuals age 65 or older by year-end may claim a new deduction of $6,000. On a joint return, each spouse may qualify, allowing for up to $12,000 in total deductions if both meet the age requirement, income limitations and file a joint return. This should not be confused with what was being said about “social security” benefits are not taxable. Social security benefits remain taxable income.

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Overtime Pay

This is a temporary deduction effective for tax years 2025-2028. Overtime compensation received during the taxable year is reported separately on either Form W-4 or on an information return and is temporarily deductible from taxable income. Only overtime that qualifies under Section 7 of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 is eligible; that is, pay for hours worked in excess of the standard workweek, calculated at a rate above the individual’s regular hourly rate, commonly called time-and-a-half or premium pay.

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You've successfully filed a Tax Extension!

Here's a quick rundown of what comes next:

Breathe Easy (for now): Filing the extension gives you an automatic six-month extension to file your federal income tax return. This pushes the deadline to October 15, 2025.
Don't Confuse Extension with Payment: It's crucial to remember that an extension to file is not an extension to pay. If you owed taxes, that payment was still due on the original tax deadline (April 15, 2025). Penalties and interest may apply to any unpaid balance from the original due date.
Estimate and Pay (if you haven't already): If you haven't paid your estimated tax liability, do so as soon as possible to minimize potential penalties and interest. You can pay online through the IRS website, by mail, or via the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS).
Gather Your Documents: Use this extra time wisely to gather all necessary tax documents (W-2s, 1099s, receipts, etc.). Organizing these now will make the actual filing process smoother.
Prepare and File Your Return: Don't wait until the last minute in October! Start preparing your tax return as soon as you have all your documents. You can use tax software, work with a tax professional, or use IRS Free File if you qualify.
Keep Records: Once you file, keep a copy of your tax return and all supporting documents for your records.

In short, the extension buys you time to file, but payment was still due. Use this extra time to get organized and file accurately before the extended deadline.

Make Payments

If you owe taxes and you want to pay online, use the links below for IRS or State of Delaware.

IRS

Delaware

IRS Tax Payments Due April 15

State of Delaware Payments Due April 30

Installment Agreements or Payment Plans

If you are a qualified taxpayer you can apply for a payment plan (including installment agreement) online to pay off your balance over time. You'll need to activate your online account first if you don’t already have one. Use the below link to get started.

Payment Plan