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IRS Shuts Down For MEF Maintenance

Attention Tax filers, we have an update for you.

Taxpayers who file form 2290 via Efile should stay alert, as IRS is shutdown for MEF (Modernized Efile System). MEF is the online system through, which TruckDues.com submits our IRS tax form return. The shutdown is already on and IRS would be reopening sometime in the mid of January.

The shutdown is a routine and takes place every year; however, that does not mean, you cannot file your tax return.

  • If you are using TruckDues.com, you will be able to e-file and submit your tax return to IRS; however, your submitted form 2290 would be kept on hold till IRS opens its gateways for accepting the tax return.
  • And that means, during the course of shutdown, IRS would not be issuing the schedule 1 copy either. You will receive the acknowledgement receipt once IRS starts accepting returns.

However, to Efile form 2290, you need to following documents:

  • EIN (Employee Identification Number)
  • VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
  • Taxable Gross weight of the vehicle(s)
  • Purchase date and date of first use on the highway
  • If the vehicle is sold, details like date of selling, VIN and whom the vehicle was sold are required.

We know you run the show and for some reason, you are not able to file. We would do it on your behalf and you will receive the schedule 1 copy once IRS opens its gateway for accepting the tax return.

Simply reach out our Tax Experts and check upon Full Service Option. We would be happy to help. Just pass by the important information asked by our expertise. Reach us at support@truckdues.com or simply call to (347) 515 – 2290.

Guide for Filing Credit Vehicles Through TruckDues.com

Christmas being round the corner, it’s upgrade time for truckers from old rigs to new business names. With 2015 dropping into our calendar in a while, our Tax Experts are answering lot of questions about transferring schedule 1 from previously filed truck to new ones, transitioning to a new business, a new business name but with the same truck or a different EIN altogether.

And there are set of truckers and owner operators sell or lose their respective trucks and decide to exit the transportation biz altogether. If you are leaving the business mid-tax year, you can get a part of your hard-earned HVUT money back. Keep reading to follow the procedures.

We have framed a guide to get you going with the scenarios. Let be a trade-in shuffle or changing your business or EIN, we will tell you how to get your schedule 1 copy sorted and get your money back, too.

“Transferring” a Vehicle (A-K-A: Credit Vehicles)

  • If you purchased a new truck mid-tax year, and your previous truck was sold, stolen, or destroyed, then you can get a new stamped Schedule 1 without paying extra tax. Many refer to this as “transferring,” but that’s not exactly how it works with the IRS.
  • Here’s why it’s not really a transfer per se. Schedule 1 once filed for a vehicle, cannot be transferred to the next. However, you can effectively file your HVUT and get a new stamped Schedule 1, without paying any extra tax.

And you might ask, why you do need file efile form 2290 for the new vehicle and add a credit vehicle for the same with the information of the previous vehicle.

  • When you are adding a credit for the vehicle, you will receive a prorated tax credit for the remaining months of the tax year through July 1st.
  • In addition, when you are efiling form 2290 with a credit vehicle, IRS would prorate the credit for the sold vehicle based on the first month of new vehicle. The first month is the month in which you purchased the new vehicle.
  • Usually, IRS prorates the tax on monthly basis not daily. And that means, if you have bought your vehicle at the beginning of the month, even on the very first day, IRS would charge you tax for the entire month, for the old one as well as for the new.
  • Do note form 2290 must be filed by the last day of the month followed by the month in, which the “transfer” has occurred. This means, if you have switched vehicles in the month of November, you need to file by December 31st 2014.
  • However, this transfer process (E-filing a 2290 with a credit vehicle) will only work if the business name and EIN remain the same. If they’re different, see the instructions below.

However, this is not the end. We have two more topics to discuss on, change of business name and sold, lost, or destroyed vehicle without replacement. We shall discuss the same in the next blog. Till then keep reading the previously pinned blogs and info on the site. Also, if you have taken your vehicle out for the first time in the month of November, then you are liable to file and report form 2290 online through TruckDues.com by the end of December.

Meantime, if you have any questions or looking forward for assistance, feel free to ping, call or email our Tax Experts at support@truckdues.com or simply call to (347) 515 – 2290

Here’s What Happens When You Don’t File Form 2290 On Time

Exceptions are few; however, heavy vehicle with a gross weight of 55,000 lbs and more and using the public highways need to pay the tax as per the Federal regulations. And this becomes mandatory for the owner operators and truckers to file form 2290. We are going to talk about the scenarios you would face if you don’t file form 2290 for your taxable heavy highway vehicle.

Following are the scenarios, which are applicable with form 2290:

  • What if you don’t file Form 2290
  • Not signing the return
  • Claiming refund of Heavy Vehicle Use Tax already paid
  • Sale of vehicle
  • Getting stamped Schedule 1 on short notice

What If I Don’t File Form 2290:

As per the law, if you are late in filing your taxes, you are liable to pay penalties for failing to file the tax 2290 return on time. False filing or fraudulent returns will be penalized. Other than penalties, there will be interest charges against the delay of payment.  Also in case of filing the return after the due date, you need to attach a detailed explanation for the delay with the valid reason.

Not Signing The Return:

If in case, the return is submitted without signing, the return will be sent back to you for signing. It is important to note that, unsigned return will be considered as filed return.

Claim A Refund On Heavy Vehicle Use Tax Already Paid:

If your taxable heavy vehicle is destroyed, stolen, or sold before June 1 or for one that was used 5,000 miles or less (7,500 miles or less for agricultural vehicles), a refund for tax paid can be claimed on the subsequent Form 2290 filed. Form 8849 – Schedule 6 can also be used to claim the refund.

Do note, till the end of HVUT tax period, form 8849 cannot be filed. For example, tax is paid for the period July 1, 2009, through June 31, 2010, for a vehicle used 5,000 miles or less during the period, a refund on Form 2290 (or refund on Form 8849) cannot be claimed until after June 30, 2010.

Sale Of Vehicle:

In case a vehicle was sold, the taxpayer who filed the return and paid the tax gets the credit.

Receiving Schedule 1 Copy Immediately:

When efiling form 2290, you would receive your schedule 1 copy in minute’s right after you transmit your return online. However, if you have queries and questions to answer, you can always get in touch with our Tax Expertise right through email, phone or even chat. Simply dial (347) 515 – 2290 or simply drop in a mail to support@truckdues.com. We are here for you, for better back-end support.

Happy Trucking! – Team TruckDues.com.

Pay Your HVUT Online Through The Following Payment Methods:

So truckers, how are you keeping these days. With the weekend around the calendar, we all look forward for a day or two of relaxation from our hectic schedule. However, today, we are going to talk about the payment methods applicable while filing form 2290 through TruckDues.com.

With the online filing trend setting up high, it is always good to file and pay your dues online with the hectic schedule in hand. Besides, who has time to run to IRS office, submit your form and pay your dues through money order? To add ease to your role, opt for e-filing form 2290 online with TruckDues.com.

Before we proceed, let’s take a look at the definition of Form 2290:

Form 2290:

Form 2290 is an application to file Heavy Vehicle Used Tax. The tax is calculated based upon the weight carried by a truck on a public highway i.e. 55,000 pounds or more. However, if you are wondering why you are supposed to file form 2290, it is believed that these heavy vehicles cause most of the damage to the public highway. And the fund collected through the form is directly funded in the wear and tear of the roads for better transportation.

E-filing is one of the methods to file form 2290 and below we would be discussing the methods of making a payment online. Keep following to know more.

Direct Debit/ Electronic Funds Withdrawal:

The very first method applicable to pay your dues online is Direct Debit/Electronic Funds Withdrawal. The IRS would initiate a payment through the details you had mentioned while transmitting form 2290. Do note you hold responsible to maintain sufficient funds in your account before you make a payment. You can also revoke the payment by getting in touch with U.S. Treasury Financial Agent at 1-888-353-4537 no later than 2 business days before the settlement date.

EFTPS (Electronic Federal Tax Payment System):

The next payment method up in the line is EFTPS for filing form 2290. Electronic Federal Tax Payment System is an IRS initiative. You have to schedule the payment on your own and it’s your responsibility to ensure a timely payment. To create or manage, you can visit eftps.gov or call 1-800-555-4477. To initiate a payment through this account, the transaction should be initiated at least one business day before the due date.

Check or Money Order:

Well, if you are not comfortable using online payment methods, you can always pay your dues through money order. All you need to do is, print the completed payment voucher 2290-V and mail it to IRS.

Note:

Taxpayers are not allowed to pay their taxes through cash.  The check or money order should be payable to United States Treasury. Add details like name, address, EIN, “Form 2290,” and the date (as entered in Box 3) on your payment. Detach the payment voucher 2290-V and send across the payment. If you choose to file it electronically (e-filing), form 2290 and schedule-1 copy with the payment voucher is not required. Stapling the payment to the voucher or form 2290 should be avoided.
Send the payment and voucher 2290-V to:

Internal Revenue Service

P.O. Box 804525

Cincinnati, OH 45280-4525

So what is the wait for? Are you still thinking how safe you are? Well, we have security at our bay. Choose the method you are comfortable with and schedule 1 copy would be reaching you in minutes.

Get in touch with our Tax Expertise at (347) 515 – 2290 or simply drop in a mail to support@truckdues.com. We are here for you, for better back-end support.

Happy Trucking! – Team TruckDues.com

File 2290 on the go… with $7.99 only

Trucking is a trend that is growing with the time. Each day, the number of truckers enrolling and employed is turning huge. However, along with being a trucker, there are additional obligations each year. Taxes are one of them. When you are driving your heavy vehicle on the highway with more than 55,000 pounds is liable to file form 2290 online on or before September 2nd 2014. Usually, the due date for filing HVUT is July 31st. As the due date is falling on a weekend, the next business day is treated as the due date and eventually, September 2nd 2014 is the last date for filing form 2290.

Holding the due date strong in our mind, it’s time to file and report form 2290 at the earliest to pay your dues to IRS. And if you are looking out for an affordable deal to file your taxes on time, here you go. TruckDues.com is one such IRS authorized service provider, compelling everything on one go. In addition, the best, you don’t have to empty your pockets to efile form 2290 and schedule 1 copy in your hand. Pay only $7.99 with no hidden charges as efiling service fee and enjoy the successful efiling session. We believe in providing you affordable service and that is what we are indulged in. You are important to us so to the nation. And providing you with the world best service is our duty. Continue reading →

Federal Truck Tax Form 2290

We trust you are doing well and fine. Our first blog was a small introduction to our product, www.TruckDues.com. Being an authentic service provider, we have other obligations as well when it comes to handling the customers. And this welcomes another blog at our space. Today, I post about Form 2290 and related information. The form is vast and thus, we cover the basic stuff here and following blogs will have complete information.

What is form 2290 and who should file?

Form 2290 is to figure and pay tax due on highway motor vehicle used during the period with a taxable gross weight of 55,000 pounds or more depending upon the first month of use and date of filing. And this implies to truckers and owner operators driving rigs on public highway weighing more than 55,000 pounds should file form 2290.

When should you file form 2290?

Form 2290 must be filed for the month the taxable vehicle was first used on a public highway during the current period. The current period begins July 1, 2014, and ends June 30, 2015. Form 2290 must be filed by the last day of the month following the month of first use.
Note. If any due date falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, file form 2290 by the next business day.  Continue reading →