Get step-by-step instructions for how to amend a tax return using Form 1040-X, including deadlines and tips for tracking the status with the IRS.

There is no charge for you to file a Form 1040-X yourself. However, if you use a tax preparer or tax filing software, you might have to pay a fee for filing an amended tax return.

The deadline to file your taxes is April 15, but if you don’t know if you’ll be ready in time, these are the steps to file a tax extension.

This year, if you receive an extension, the deadline to file will be pushed back to Oct. 15. Chris Gash for Money Tax Day is nearly here. Tuesday’s federal income tax deadline is approaching ...

Trouble getting your income taxes done? You can get another six months to file just by filling out this form for the IRS.

To amend your return, you use Form 1040-X, also known as an Amended U.S. Individual Tax Return. Here is how to correct amounts on your tax return and when to file your 1040-X.

Indeed, the IRS says it automatically counts payments made by the April 15 deadline as an extension, and by taking that step, you won't even need to file a separate Form 4868.

Tax Day is almost here. The April 15 federal deadline is approaching quickly, but if you’re not ready to file your return, don’t panic — there are easy ways to get more time. About 19 ...