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Important Tax Dates in 2024 for Small Business Owners

Important Tax Dates for Small Business Owners

Be mindful of the varying filing deadlines that apply to your specific business type. Take note of these essential tax calendar dates to keep track in 2024.

January 31, 2024

Please ensure that all employees or independent contractors you hired in the previous year receive their W-2, 1099-NEC, or 1099-MISC tax forms within the specified timeframe.

March 15, 2024

The deadline for business tax returns for partnerships, S corporations, or LLCs as partnerships is approaching for calendar year filers.

Taxpayers who adhere to a fiscal-year tax schedule may encounter special exceptions. It is crucial for those whose tax year does not begin on January 1st to strictly follow the IRS fiscal year due date.

If you are considering changing your business election to an S corporation (S Corp) for the tax year 2024, it is crucial to submit Form 2553 before the designated deadline. Failing to meet this deadline will result in the disqualification of your business for S Corp status until the start of the calendar year 2025.

April 15, 2024

Tax returns for C corps, sole props, single-member LLCs or LLCs taxed as corps, and individuals must be filed by the deadline. 2023 IRA contributions, whether to traditional or Roth IRAs, must be completed by the last day of the year.

September 15, 2024

If you have requested an extension, please be aware that the deadline for submitting your partnership or S corporation return has been extended.

October 15, 2024

The deadline for submitting your sole proprietorship, multi-member LLC, or corporate return is approaching if you’ve requested an extension.

 

2024 quarterly estimated tax payment deadlines

  • April 15, 2024 – Deadline for 2024 Q1 estimated tax payments
  • June 15, 2024 – Deadline for 2024 Q2 estimated tax payments
  • Sept. 15, 2024 – Deadline for 2024 Q3 estimated tax payments
  • Jan. 15, 2025 – Deadline for 2024 Q4 estimated tax payments

If dates fall on a weekend or federal holiday, the payment due date is extended to the next working day.

*If you can’t file by the deadline, remember you can request an extension for an extra six months to complete and submit your return.