 TITLE: 2021 Tax Deadlines You Need to Know CONTENT: May 17, 2021\n------------\n### Due Date for 2020 Tax Returns, and First Estimated Tax Payment for 2021\nThe IRS recently extended the official deadline for filing your 2020 tax return to May 17 due to challenges taxpayers continue to face as a result of the coronavirus crisis.\nIf you're making estimated tax payments in 2021, this is also when your estimated tax payment is due for the income earned between January 1 and March 31.\nYou'll want to gather up all relevant documents ahead of this date in case you run into any unexpected delays. If you plan on working with a tax professional, keep in mind that this is probably their busiest day of the year—the sooner you begin the process, the better. For those expecting a tax refund, the IRS says you'll likely get it sooner if you file electronically and enroll in direct deposit. END