Government officials have reported a surge of malicious attempts to defraud taxpayers in connection with the coronavirus (COVID-19) Economic Impact Payments. Scams may use calls, text messages, or emails to impersonate IRS agents offering financial relief. Be aware of these scams. Here is information provided by the IRS to help identify and report fraud:
***Update: March 27, 2020
Personal Income Tax deadline extended. Baker announced that income tax returns filing due dates and income tax payment due dates would be extended consistent with the federal extension due dates. The extension is expected to be automatic. At this time it, according to the Massachusetts Department of Revenue (DOR), only personal income tax returns and payments due April 15, 2020 are extended to July 15, 2020. The DOR will issue more detailed guidance shortly.
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, there have been several important updates relating to federal income tax return filing and payment due dates and paid tax leave credits. Here are the key updates to keep top of mind.
