State extensions

[kathyc2]

Does anyone have a link to list of states that require a separate extension request rather than just filing federal 4868?

[jklcpa]

I don't personally but Googled and found this Drake KB of states that accept the Federal extensions. It shows all types of returns.

https://drakesoftware.com/Site/Browse/16498/States-That-Accept-Federal-Extension

If you scroll to the bottom of that page, it has additional links for states' deadlines and states that will accept extensions via e-filing.

[Abby Normal]

The question I always wanted answered is which states have a separate LATE FILING penalty, in addition to a late PAYING penalty.

In MD, we always filed MD extensions, but eventually learned that there was no penalty for filing late (like the feds have), just a penalty for paying late. So there really was never any reason to ever file a MD extension (except to pay money in).

In other words, if you file a MD return with a balance due of $1,000 and you filed an extension, the penalty is EXACTLY the same as if you did not file an extension.

[kathyc2]

Thanks!  That's exactly what I was looking for.