The 2290 Season Is Officially Open, E-File Now!
Attention Truckers! Your stamped Schedule 1 for the 2016-2017 Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT) period just expired on June 30th, 2017! That means it’s time get a new one for the 2017-2018 season. Because stamped Schedule 1’s actually serves as your proof of payment and you need to present yours to the DMV in order to get new tags for your truck they’re pretty important.
Luckily, because the filing season is officially open and the IRS is processing returns you can actually get a copy of your stamped Schedule 1 for the 2017-2918 tax period today, by e-filing with ExpressTruckTax.
E-Filing With ExpressTruckTax
ExpressTruckTax.com makes it incredibly easy to complete your form 2290 in a matter of minutes. All you have to do is follow the step-by-step e-filing guide, and as a result, you’ll receive a copy of your stamped Schedule 1 in about 15 minutes, via email, depending on IRS volume. So, even though you have until the August 31st deadline to file, we advise you to file as soon as you can to get ahead of the crowd.
First, you’ll create your free account with ExpressTruckTax, using your email address with a personal password. Then you’ll click the orange ‘Start New Return’ button to get started.
Next, you’ll enter in basic information about your business, including the name, address (if you’re a sole proprietor you can enter your personal information), and EIN (Employer Identification Number).
After that, you’ll enter your first used month and your vehicle information, including the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number), and taxable gross weight. This is also where you’ll enter if your vehicle is used for any special purposes such as logging or agricultural use.
Then ExpressTruckTax will automatically calculate the amount of HVUT you owe for you and you can use one of the following payment options to pay the exact amount you owe to the IRS: Direct Debit or Electronic Funds Withdrawal, EFTPS, Check or Money Order.
ExpressTruckTax will then perform an audit check to catch any basic errors, such as a field left empty, or a box left unchecked. Then you’ll be presented with a summary of your information to double-check to make sure all of your information was entered correctly.
Once any mistakes have been corrected you’ll enter a 5 digit number of your choice to electronically sign your form and transmit it directly to the IRS. You’ll receive a copy of your stamped Schedule 1 via email and can also choose to receive a copy via text or postal mail.
Other Ways To File
Don’t have a computer? No problem! Use the ExpressTruckTax App to file at any time, from any location, making it incredibly easy to file your 2290 even while you’re out on a trip. Plus, you’ll instantly receive your stamped Schedule 1!
Do you want someone else to file your Form 2290 for you? Well then give TSNAmerica a call at 803.386.0320 to have a dedicated HVUT expert file yours for you over the phone! As the result of one quick phone call, you’ll have all of your 2290 needs handled, and you’ll receive your stamped Schedule 1 via email.
We’re Here To Help
If you have any questions about e-filing your 2290 or calculating your IFTA totals please don’t hesitate to contact the dedicated TruckLogics support team. We’re available over the phone Monday – Friday from 9 AM to 6 PM EST at 704.234.6946. We also offer live chat and 24/7 email support at [email protected].
