Tax filing question
 

Originally posted by Apocalypse
I filed online for the first time and this was part of the instructions:

STEP 3 - Mail your signed form(s) within 48 hours after you receive notification that the IRS has accepted your return
Mail Form 8453-OL to the address above.
Retain the proof of mailing to avoid a late filing penalty.
We recommend you use this method to send your 8453-OL:
- U.S. Postal Service certified mail

I received the 8453OL last night. With the post office closed Monday, how can I mail within 48 hours?

Also, I guess I have to walk in to the post office to get the mail certified? I think that's for if you file on April 15th. I don't think you have to hurry.

Originally posted by Apocalypse
Then why does it say "within 48 hours after you receive notification that the IRS has accepted your return" ? Because someone is stupid. Don't worry, they won't give you a late penalty if your payment isn't late.

Teh IRS is going to lay teh smack down on Apo http://www.discussworldissues.com/fo...s/frownnod.gif

Don't worry about it, Apoc. You're cool. Think of that 48 hrs as being "within 2 business days." And yes, you have to go in to to PO counter to get the certified mail happening. There's a form to fill out and such. Plus it costs a couple bucks.

Generally speaking, if they owe you a refund, you can't get in trouble before April 15.

I've never actually had to mail anything in... I gather you were unable to digitally sign it (usually by indicating your previous year's AGI)?

Correct, since this was my first year doing taxes.

Originally posted by Apocalypse
Actually they owe me $1145. You're good to go bud. http://www.discussworldissues.com/im...ons/icon14.gif