Filing Extensions in Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara picture
Santa Barbara taxpayers filed 63,430 returns at an average AGI of $183,795. Self-employment runs high here — 22.5% of returns include Schedule C income, which raises both complexity and the value of good help.
FAQ
How much does filing extensions cost in Santa Barbara?
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 Santa Barbara?
The IRS lists 390 credentialed preparers in Santa Barbara, CA — 201 CPAs, 54 enrolled agents, and 12 tax attorneys.
Local providers
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MacFarlane, Falleti & Co., LLP
CPA
805966-4157
HOMER ALLBRITTON
CPA
8057052227
Allman & Scheff CPAs
CPA
8059574890
ATTORNEY AT LAW
ATTY
805-962-1750
Ela Andrysewicz EA
EA
805-683-3713
FABS Inc
8055644409
Mac Farlane Faletti & Co.
CPA
805-966-4157
mlm from home
SRTP
8187997770
Balanced Wealth Planning Inc
8059670064