Do You Have to File?


From: Overland Park, Kansas

Dear TaxMama,

Do you have to file your state taxes by deadline if you are getting a refund?

Thank you
Jessica
Hi Jessica,

It's not the end of the world, if you don't. And several states do have automatic extensions. (I don't know if Kansas is one of them.)

But do file as soon as you can.

Some states do have penalties for not filing on time, even when you do have a refund. (Spelled California)

Best wishes
Eva Rosenberg
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