Filing Extensions in Santa Clara, 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 Clara picture
Santa Clara taxpayers filed 60,810 returns at an average AGI of $188,351. Self-employment runs high here — 13.6% 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 Clara?
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 Clara?
The IRS lists 452 credentialed preparers in Santa Clara, CA — 125 CPAs, 59 enrolled agents, and 14 tax attorneys.
Local providers
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FRANZY V ACEVEDO VASQUEZ
(408) 643-3282
MAHMOUD ADAM
CPA
SUMATHI AKILAN
EA
4085170562
DFS INC A Tax & Financial Services Group
SRTP
408-246-1040
Computax Services Santa Clara
SRTP
4083201166
PTP TAX CENTER
4082435555
Armesto Jr & Co
SRTP
408-247-9381
NARESH ARORA CPA INC
CPA
4089882900
KPMG