Filing taxes for the first time? Follow these 7 expert tips

April 15 is the deadline to file your 2024 taxes, but you can file for an extension until Oct. 15.
The deadline to file your taxes is less than a month away, and if you’re doing them for the first time, you might be feeling added pressure.“It’s an incredibly daunting and stressful experience for many of them,” said Miklos Ringbauer, a certified public accountant based California.Planning ahead, doing your research and talking with experts can help first-time filers feel better about their taxes, Ringbauer said.The deadline to file your 2024 taxes is April 15. If you run out of time, you can file for an extension until Oct. 15. The extension is only to file your taxes, not to pay them. If you think you will owe taxes, you should pay an estimated amount before the deadline to avoid paying penalties and interest. If you expect to receive a refund, you will still get your money when you file your taxes.Here are some expert recommendations if you are filing taxes for the first time:https://www.fastcompany.com/91306136/filing-taxes-first-time-follow-7-expert-tips