[BitStillrhile]

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.

[IntinyBut]

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.

[Ferrotoral]

Teh IRS is going to lay teh smack down on Apo

[Barbshowers]

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.

[clitlyphype]

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)?

[janeseymore09092]

Correct, since this was my first year doing taxes.

[Ubgvuncd]

Originally posted by Apocalypse
Actually they owe me $1145. You're good to go bud.