Category: easy 2290

Transferred Truck During 2290 Tax Year

Posted on February 21, 2014 by - 2290 online, 2290 Tax season, E-file form 2290, easy 2290, EIN, Form 2290, HVUT Penalties, HVUT Tax Year, transferred tuck, transferred vehicle

A common question our Support Team at ExpressTruckTax receives is how to handle the situation when a vehicle is transferred to another company during the tax year.  Assuming the Form 2290 was filed and the tax was paid for the current year, you would need to file a new Form 2290 under the new business name and EIN.  On the return, you will be able to claim the refund for the taxes that were paid under the previous business name and EIN.  You will need to call the IRS directly and they will walk you through the process or you can have a service provider, like ExpressTruckTax Plus to do it for you.


NOTE: The Form 2290 must be filed no later than the end of the month following when the transfer took place.  Example, if you formed a new business and the vehicles began operating under the new business name in February, your Form 2290 would have to be filed no later than March 31st.  If you file after March 31st, the return will be considered late and you may incur penalty fees.


For more information or to get started today, visit ExpressTruckTax.com or contact our Express Tax Support Center in Rock Hill, SC at 704-234-6005 or email us at support@ExpressTruckTax.com.  We have Spanish Support too!

Form 2290 Suspended Vehicles

Posted on February 12, 2014 by - 2290 deadline, 2290 online, agricultural vehicle, E-file form 2290, easy 2290, Form 2290 HVUT, Form 2290 Suspended Vehicle, mobile 2290, Prior Year Low Mileage / Suspended Vehicles

If a highway motor vehicle does not exceed mileage 5,000 miles or less (7,500 miles or less for agricultural vehicles) it is considered suspended and is exempt from tax. Mileage use limit means the use of a vehicle on public highways 5,000 miles or less (7,500 miles or less for agricultural vehicles). The mileage use limit applies to the total mileage a vehicle is used during a period, regardless of the number of owners.


An agricultural vehicle is any highway motor vehicle that is:

  1. Used (or expected to be used) primarily for farming purposes, and
  2. Registered (under state laws) as a highway motor vehicle used for farming purposes for the entire period. A special tag or license plate identifying the vehicle as used for farming is not required for it to be considered an agricultural vehicle.

So why would do you have to file if there is no tax due?  In order to obtain your registration and/or tags, state require and Stamped Schedule 1 from the IRS for all vehicles 55,000 lbs or more.  You must file Form 2290 in order to receive your Stamped Schedule 1.

To E-File the Form 2290 online now, go to ExpressTruckTax.com or contact our Express Tax Support Center in Rock Hill, SC at 704-234-6005 or email us at support@ExpressTruckTax.com.  We have Spanish Support too!

Determining First Use Month

Posted on February 7, 2014 by - 2290 online, 2290 tax, E-file form 2290, easy 2290, Federal Heavy Highway Use tax, heavy vehicle use tax, highway motor vehicle, HVUT, Vehicle first use month

When E-Filing Form 2290 with ExpressTruckTax, you will be asked to provide the first use date for the vehicle. This dates refers to the time when the vehicle was placed in service during the tax period.  If the vehicle has been placed in service for  previous years and will continue to be in service this year, the first use month will be July.  This is because the tax period for Heavy Vehicle Use Taxes begins in July and ends in June.


If a new vehicle is placed in service during the tax period, the first use month will be the month in which the vehicle was first used. If a vehicle was only used for part of the tax period, the tax will be prorated based on the number of months the vehicle was actually used. For example, if a vehicle was used on January 27th, it will be taxed as though it was used the entire month, regardless of the fact it was only used for a couple of days, and the tax will be based on 6 months, instead of the full year.


To E-File the Form 2290 online now, go to ExpressTruckTax.com or contact our Express Tax Support Center in Rock Hill, SC at 704-234-6005 or email us at support@ExpressTruckTax.com.  We have Spanish Support too!

Stamped Schedule 1-IRS Begins Processing Online Returns Today

Posted on January 13, 2014 by - 2290 online, E-file IRS Form 2290, easy 2290, EZ2290, Form 2290 Deadline, heavy vehicle use tax, HVUT, Proof of HVUT payment, Same Day Schedule 1, stamped Schedule 1, Truck Tax

ExpressTruckTax is the solution to E-File IRS Form 2290 and receive your stamped Schedule 1 as simply and quickly as possible. The Stamped Schedule 1 is your proof that you required in order to register a vehicle. If you mail the Form 2290 to the IRS, it can take 4-6 weeks before it is processed.  If you choose to physically take it to the IRS, the nearest office may be many miles away. There can also be very long waiting periods at the IRS office of up to several hours.


The quickest and easiest way to receive your Stamped Schedule 1 is to E-File your Form 2290 at ExpressTruckTax.com. E-Filing has become more and more popular among taxpayers and tax professionals. The IRS itself recommends E-Filing as their preferred method for filing Form 2290.


Instead of waiting for hours or up to 6 weeks for the IRS to stamp your Schedule 1 and send it back to you, ExpressTruckTax will get your Stamped Schedule 1 within minutes of filing. When you login to the site, you can enter the information for your Form 2290, which will be sent to the IRS electronically. The IRS will then send the stamped Schedule 1 back to ExpressTruckTax, we will automatically email the Schedule 1 to you. You can also choose to have the Schedule 1 faxed to you.

The form will be transmitted with a watermark as well as an IRS E-File logo since the document will not be physically stamped. When ExpressTruckTax sends the Stamped Schedule 1 to the taxpayer, it will be sent as a pdf attachment. Although the form will not be physically stamped, the official E-File watermark serves as an official IRS stamp.

At ExpressTruckTax.com, you can file your Form 2290 and receive your Stamped Schedule 1 within minutes. To E-File the Form 2290 online now, go to ExpressTruckTax.com or contact our Express Tax Support Center in Rock Hill, SC at 704-234-6005 or email us at support@ExpressTruckTax.com.  We have Spanish Support too!

*NOTE: Any returns that were E-Filed between December 26, 2013 and January 12, 2014, will be processed by the IRS today January 13, 2014, when they begin processing returns.  Receiving your Stamped Schedule may take a bit longer than usual until the IRS gets caught up.

What is an Agricultural Vehicle?

Posted on December 18, 2013 by - 2290 deadline, 2290 online, agricultural vehicle, E-file form 2290, easy 2290, Form 2290 HVUT, Form 2290 Suspended Vehicle, mobile 2290, Prior Year Low Mileage / Suspended Vehicles

An agricultural vehicle is any highway motor vehicle that is:
  • Used (or expected to be used) primarily for farming purposes, and
  • Registered (under state laws) as a highway motor vehicle used for farming purpose for the entire period.
A vehicle is used primarily for farming purposes if more than half of the vehicle’s use (based on mileage) during the period is for farming purposes.


A special tag or license plate identifying the vehicle as used for farming is not required for it to be considered an agricultural vehicle.

Any agricultural vehicle traveling 7500 miles or less during the Heavy Vehicle Use Tax period, is considered a suspended or Category W vehicle and no tax is due.

For more information or to file your Form 2290 today, visit ExpressTruckTax.com or contact our Express Tax Support Center in Rock Hill, SC at 704-234-6005 or email us at support@ExpressTruckTax.com.  We have Spanish Support too!

How Soon Can I Get My Stamped Schedule 1?

Posted on December 16, 2013 by - 2290 online, E-file IRS Form 2290, easy 2290, Form 2290 Deadline, heavy vehicle use tax, HVUT, Proof of HVUT payment, Same Day Schedule 1, stamped Schedule 1, Truck Tax

 
The Stamped Schedule 1 is required in order to register a vehicle. If you mail the Form 2290 to the IRS, it can take 4-6 weeks before it is processed.  If you choose to physically take to the IRS, the nearest office may be many miles away. There can also be very long waiting period at the IRS office of up to several hours.


ExpressTruckTax is the solution to E-File IRS Form 2290 and get your stamped Schedule 1 as simply and quickly as possible. Once you transmit your return to the IRS, it takes only minutes to receive your IRS stamped Form 2290 Schedule 1.

ExpressTruckTax sends the Stamped Schedule 1 to the taxpayer as a pdf attachment. Although the form will not be physically stamped, the official E-File watermark serves as an official IRS stamp.

For more information or to get started today, visit ExpressTruckTax.com or contact our Express Tax Support Center in Rock Hill, SC at 704-234-6005 or email us at support@ExpressTruckTax.com.  We have Spanish Support too!


How To Handle Form 2290 Suspended Vehicles

Posted on October 25, 2013 by - 2290 deadline, 2290 online, E-file form 2290, easy 2290, Form 2290 HVUT, Form 2290 Suspended Vehicle, mobile 2290, Prior Year Low Mileage / Suspended Vehicles

If a highway motor vehicle does not exceed mileage 5,000 miles or less (7,500 miles or less for agricultural vehicles) it is considered suspended and is exempt from tax. Mileage use limit means the use of a vehicle on public highways 5,000 miles or less (7,500 miles or less for agricultural vehicles). The mileage use limit applies to the total mileage a vehicle is used during a period, regardless of the number of owners.


An agricultural vehicle is any highway motor vehicle that is:

    • Used (or expected to be used) primarily for farming purposes, and 

        So why would do you have to file if there is no tax due?  In order to obtain your registration and/or tags, state require and Stamped Schedule 1 from the IRS for all vehicles 55,000 lbs or more.  You must file Form 2290 in order to receive your Stamped Schedule 1.


        To E-File the Form 2290 online now, go to ExpressTruckTax.com or contact our Express Tax Support Center in Rock Hill, SC at 704-234-6005 or email us at support@ExpressTruckTax.com.  We have Spanish Support too!

        ExpressTruckTax is IRS Authorized

        Posted on October 7, 2013 by - E-file form 2290, easy 2290, Federal Heavy Vehicle Use Tax, HVUT, IRS authorized e-file provider, IRS E-file, Schedule 1, US Based Customer support

        What does it mean to be an IRS Authorized E-File Provider?  
        The IRS website states that “Authorized E-file Providers” are:
        Tax professionals who are accepted into the electronic filing program are called “Authorized IRS e-file Providers.” They are the Electronic Return Originator (ERO) who transmits tax return information to the IRS.

         Providers that are IRS authorized will display the logo 

        ExpressTruckTax is IRS authorized, safe and secure and provides you with top-notch US based customer service.  And did we mention that you can e-file Form 2290 for as little as $9.90 for 1 vehicle?  Sure we could charge more, but why?  We believe in providing a valuable service at a great value!
        For more information or to get started today, visit ExpressTruckTax.com or contact our friendly US Based Express Tax Support Center in Rock Hill, SC at 704-234-6005 or email us at support@ExpressTruckTax.com.  We have Spanish Support too!

        What You Need to File Form 2290

        Posted on September 11, 2013 by - 2290 tax, 2290online, E-file form 2290, easy 2290, EFT, EFTPS, EIN, Electronic Funds withdrawal, Form 2290 Deadline, heavy vehicle use tax, HVUT

        ExpressTruckTax.com is the quickest, easiest, and best value for filing your Form 2290 (Heavy Truck Use Tax) online with the IRS.
        Here are a few points to keep in mind while Filing your 2290 returns with Expresstrucktax.com:

        • Review Federal Tax ID# or EIN# [Employer Identification Number]
        • Review your Tax Year and Month
        • Review your VIN# [Vehicle Identification Number]
        • Sign and date your return electronically

        Choose IRS payment option

        • Electronic Funds Withdrawal, or Direct Debit: The IRS will collect the taxes due after they are provided with a bank account number and routing number
        • EFTPS: You have to schedule the payment to the IRS by going to EFTPS.gov.
        • Check/Money Order: The IRS also supports Check/Money Order as long as it is scheduled by the 31st of the filing month

        • Review all the information
        • Double check your Business Name
        • Transmit Your 2290 Return

        To E-File the Form 2290 online now, go to ExpressTruckTax.com or contact our Express Tax Support Center in Rock Hill, SC at 704-234-6005 or email us at support@ExpressTruckTax.com.  We have Spanish Support too!

        Form 2290 HVUT Requirements

        Posted on September 9, 2013 by - e-file 2290, easy 2290, Federal HVUT 2290, Form 2290, Form 2290 for 2012, Hvut 2290, HVUT Exemptions, HVUT Requirements, irs 2290, suspended vehicles

        The heavy vehicle use tax or HVUT is an annual fee assessed on heavy vehicles operating on public highways at registered gross weights equal to or exceeding 55,000 pounds. The gross taxable weight of a vehicle is determined by adding the unloaded weight of the motor vehicle and any trailers together with the maximum load customarily carried on-road by the truck-trailer combination. IRS Form 2290 is filed annually to pay the HVUT due on the taxable vehicle and proof of payment is the Stamped Schedule 1. The monies collected are used to offset the cost for road repairs and maintenance.

         Suspended vehicles (Category W) are still required to file a Form 2290, even though there is no tax due.  A vehicle is considered suspended if the motor vehicle does not exceed 5,000 miles or 7,500 miles for agricultural vehicles during the tax period, regardless of owners. 

        An agricultural vehicle is any highway motor vehicle that is: 

        • Used (or expected to be used) primarily for farming purposes, and
        • Registered (under state laws) as a highway motor vehicle used for farming purposes for the entire period. A special tag or license plate identifying the vehicle as used for farming is not required for it to be considered an agricultural vehicle.

        Also note that logging vehicles are taxed at a reduced rate.

        There are some vehicles that are exempt from the tax and are not required to file Form 2290. They are:

        • The Federal Government,
        • The District of Columbia,
        • A state or local government,
        • The American National Red Cross,
        • A nonprofit volunteer fire department, ambulance association, or rescue squad,
        • An Indian tribal government but only if the vehicle’s use involves the exercise of an essential tribal government function,
        • A mass transportation authority if it is created under a statute that gives it certain powers normally exercised by the state,
        • Qualified blood collector vehicles (see below) used by qualified blood collector organizations, or
        • Mobile machinery that meets the specifications for a chassis
        • For more information on exempt vehicles, go to irs.gov/trucker.

        The IRS has simplified the process of filing Form 2290 and paying your HVUT taxes with the ability to E-File.  Anyone who is filing a return with 25 or more vehicles is required to file electronically, but everyone is now encouraged to E-File.  Through an IRS Authorized E-File Provider, like ExpressTruckTax.com, you can file your Form 2290, pay your HVUT taxes owed to the IRS and receive your Stamped Schedule 1 within minutes.  Your Schedule 1 serves as proof of payment for your HVUT and when you file by the deadline you will avoid any IRS penalties.

        To get started today, visit ExpressTruckTax.com or contact our Express Tax Support Center in Rock Hill, SC at 704-234-6005 or email us at support@ExpressTruckTax.com.  We have Spanish Support too!