Filing Extensions in San Francisco, CA
More time to file (not to pay) — Form 4868 and what it really does.
Who needs this
Anyone who can't file by April 15 — an extension avoids the failure-to-file penalty.
What it costs
Free to file; payment is still due April 15 to avoid interest and penalties.
The San Francisco picture
San Francisco taxpayers filed 428,310 returns at an average AGI of $200,280. Self-employment runs high here — 18.5% of returns include Schedule C income, which raises both complexity and the value of good help.
FAQ
How much does filing extensions cost in San Francisco?
Free to file; payment is still due April 15 to avoid interest and penalties.
Who needs filing extensions?
Anyone who can't file by April 15 — an extension avoids the failure-to-file penalty.
How many providers serve San Francisco?
The IRS lists 3,904 credentialed preparers in San Francisco, CA — 1,333 CPAs, 398 enrolled agents, and 431 tax attorneys.
Local providers
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Novogradac & Company LLP
CPA
4153567932
ELLEN ABEL INC
CPA
415-469-9100
Argonaut Securities Company
ATTY
415-501-1001
PWC
ATTY
Frank, Rimerman + Co., LLP
CPA
5105527072
KRISTINA ABRAMYAN
MARISSA ACHANZAR
ANDERSEN TAX, LLC
CPA
4157642786
Stephen D Adams
EA
4153959557