Tag: 2020 Form 2290

How to Have Your 2290 Schedule 1 Sent Automatically to Your Carrier

Posted on October 8, 2020 by - 2290 Schedule 1

If you’re a company driver, you’ll need to file your Form 2290 and get one copy of your stamped Schedule 1 for yourself and another copy as proof of payment for your carrier.

ExpressTruckTax simplifies that process by sending your Schedule 1 to your carrier for you.

Here’s what you need to know about 2290 carrier notifications from ExpressTruckTax.

When you finish e-filing your Form 2290 with ExpressTruckTax, it will be transmitted directly to the IRS for approval. In most cases, the IRS will accept the return within a few minutes and send back your stamped Schedule 1.

How to send your 2290 Schedule 1 to your carrier

There are two ways to get your HVUT proof of payment sent to your carrier.

1. Use your carrier’s unique ExpressTruckTax portal.

We partner with some of the largest carriers in the nation! Find out if your carrier has an existing portal with us using this list. 

If you find your carrier, simply file your 2290 through their portal. Your stamped Schedule 1 will automatically be sent to them!

2. Enter your carrier’s information after you file.

If you cannot find your carrier in our list our partners, don’t worry! Simply log in to ExpressTruckTax and file your Form 2290! Once your return has been transmitted to the IRS, go to “Add Carrier Details” under the Carrier Notification tab. 

Here you can provide the contact information for your carrier. As soon as your return is accepted by the IRS and your stamped Schedule 1 comes back to your ExpressTruckTax account, we will send it to your carrier immediately. 

Simplify your Form 2290 with ExpressTruckTax

Don’t waste time waiting for your Schedule 1 to get to you or your carrier in the mail. Finish the entire 2290 process in just a few minutes with ExpressTruckTax!

How To Prepare For The 2020 Roadcheck Inspection Blitz

Posted on September 4, 2020 by - CVSA inspection blitz

Next Wednesday through Friday (September 9-11), the CVSA Roadcheck Inspection Blitz will be stopping truckers everywhere.

Last year they focused primarily on Level 1 and Level 2 inspections of commercial motor vehicles.

This year, however, they have a new focus: Level 3 inspections of driver credentials and Hours of Service (HOS). Here’s what you need to know to be ready.

2020 Roadcheck Blitz Breakdown

According to the CVSA, some of the things they look for during a Level 3 inspection include:

“Driver’s license; Medical Examiner’s Certificate and Skill Performance Evaluation (SPE) Certificate; driver’s record of duty status; hours of service; seat belt; vehicle inspection report(s); and carrier identification and status.” 

The record duty status and hours of service points mean that you need to be able to pull up information from your ELD. According to Overdrive.com, you are also required to have at least a week’s worth of paper logs as a backup, among other items related to your ELD.

The best way to avoid an inspection altogether is to have a well-maintained, pre-tripped truck and trailer. If your vehicle looks like it’s in rough shape, this can increase the likelihood of inspections. 

Just be safe, smart, and forthright with inspectors and you’ll be fine!

File your 2020 Form 2290 today

One important piece of information you may need to make sure your driver credentials are current is a stamped Schedule 1 for 2020. If you missed the 2290 deadline, you need to file today!

ExpressTruckTax makes that process quick and easy. You’ll be back on the road in less than 5 minutes!

Why You Should File Your 2020-2021 Form 2290 With ExpressTruckTax

Posted on July 23, 2020 by - ExpressTruckTax benefits

When it comes to filing the IRS Form 2290, you can either go it alone with a paper form or e-file online with a simplified, interview-style process.

You might think that filing your Form 2290 the old-fashioned way is preferable to e-filing. But you’d be wrong. 

When you file your HVUT return on paper, you are far more likely to make mistakes. You are entirely on your own. You can’t ask anyone questions. There is only the confusing legalese provided by the IRS on Form 2290.

Make your life easier and save yourself time by e-filing your Form 2290 for 2020 online with ExpressTruckTax!

E-filing 2020-2021 Form 2290 with ExpressTruckTax is quick and easy

When you e-file Form 2290 with IRS-authorized e-file provider ExpressTruckTax, you will be asked a series of simple questions. All you have to do is answer those questions and the system will automatically fill out your Form 2290 for you. 

Not having to decipher what the IRS wants from you means you are less likely to make errors and you will save time.

E-filing with ExpressTruckTax gives you an instant audit

Another benefit of e-filing Form 2290 with ExpressTruckTax is that your return will undergo an instant audit before being transmitted to the IRS. The instant audit checks your return for common mistakes that could cause your return to be rejected by the IRS. 

E-filing with ExpressTruckTax gives you a quick stamped Schedule 1

Additionally, when you file Form 2290 on paper, you will likely not hear back from the IRS for several weeks. That means if you made any mistakes and your return is rejected, you may miss your deadline because of it.

When you e-file Form 2290 with ExpressTruckTax, however, the IRS typically accepts or rejects the return within a few minutes. So if you need to make corrections you can do that immediately. 

Also, you will get your stamped 2290 Schedule 1 (proof of payment) back in super quickly. That way, you will never miss your deadline.

E-file Form 2290 with ExpressTruckTax today!

We offer US-based customer support at no additional charge! Get your 2020-21 Form 2290 done in a matter of minutes!

The IRS Is Now Processing Form 2290 For 2020-2021: What You Need To Do

Posted on July 1, 2020 by - 2020 Form 2290

No more putting it off. The 2020-21 IRS Form 2290 season is officially here. 

Beginning today, the IRS is processing 2020-21 Form 2290 returns. That means you need to start renewing your registration today!

The HVUT deadline for most truckers is August 31, 2020. However, you shouldn’t wait that long to file. The IRS will inevitably have delays in service due to demand in August. Check here for the changes in Form 2290 filing for the 2020-21 tax year.

You can get your 2020-21 Form 2290 done today! Go to ExpressTruckTax right now and start e-filing.

Get Started Today with ExpressTruckTax

Just follow our simple interview-style e-file process and you’ll get your stamped Schedule 1 back within minutes. 

If you have previously filed your Form 2290 with ExpressTruckTax, with the copy return feature your Form 2290 can be transmitted to the IRS in just two simple steps.

Why ExpressTruckTax?

ExpressTruckTax is the market-leading, IRS-authorized e-file provider for the Form 2290. We have processed over $1.5 billion in excise tax payments in the last ten years. 

We have served hundreds of thousands of truckers with our simple, secure, and affordable e-filing solution. This year, we’re doing everything we can to simplify taxes for truckers who are sacrificing to keep our shelves stocked. Our customer support representatives are ready to help answer any questions.

We also give you an instant internal audit that checks for common 2290 mistakes. To further ensure accuracy, we offer free VIN corrections should you need them.

Our solution is encrypted and cloud-based so truckers can securely file their Form 2290 on any device, from anywhere, even the cab of their truck. Once complete, returns filed with ExpressTruckTax are transmitted to the IRS instantly, so clients will typically receive their stamped Schedule 1 back in a matter of minutes.

How to Complete and E-file Form 2290 Using ExpressTruckTax?

It takes only 3 steps to complete your Form 2290:

Step 1: Enter Business Information

Step 2: Enter Vehicle Information

Step 3: Review Form Summary and E-file

Don’t wait until August to take of your Form 2290. The rush of peak season has begun so get yours finished today!

How To File Your 2020-2021 Form 2290 In 3 Simple Steps?

Posted on June 27, 2020 by - 2020 Form 2290

Filing your 2020-21 Form 2290 doesn’t have to be confusing or time-consuming. 

With ExpressTruckTax, you can file your 2020-21 Form 2290 in three simple steps and get back on the road in minutes. Plus, with our cloud-based software, you can file from anywhere — even the cab of your truck.

Learn how to file your 2020-21 Form 2290 in just three steps.

Step 1: Enter your business information

Once you create your free ExpressTruckTax account, you will need to enter your business information to get started with your Form 2290 filing. 

You will need the following business information:

Step 2: Enter your truck information

Once you have completed your business information, start a new return, and then enter your truck information. This will also be used to populate your Form 2290.

You will need the following truck information

Step 3: Transmit your Form 2290 to the IRS

Finally, you will select your HVUT payment method, let the system check for errors, and transmit your return to the IRS. You will receive your Stamped 2290 Schedule 1 back from the IRS in a matter of minutes! ExpressTruckTax will also send your Stamped Schedule 1 to your carrier if you want.

Ready to File 2020-2021 Form 2290 with ExpressTruckTax?

Report An IRS 2290 Suspended Vehicle In Three Easy Steps

Posted on June 15, 2020 by - suspended vehicles

If you own and operate a commercial motor vehicle weighing 55,000 pounds or more, you must file a Form 2290 each year.

However, if you do not plan to drive that vehicle more than 5,000 miles in a given tax year (or 7,500 for dedicated agricultural vehicles), you don’t have to pay the Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT).

Instead, when you fill out your Form 2290 return, you will mark that vehicle as “Suspended”.

Understanding Suspended Vehicles

In order to file a regular-usage vehicle as “Suspended”, its mileage use on public highways must be 5,000 miles or less. And for an agricultural suspended vehicle, the mileage use must be 7,500 miles or less.

Regardless of the number of owners, the mileage use limit refers to the total mileage a vehicle is used during a tax year.

An agricultural vehicle is any motor vehicle that is used primarily for farming purposes, registered as a highway motor vehicle and used for farming purposes for the entire tax year. A farming vehicle has a special tag or license plate that identifies its agricultural status.

Report Suspended Vehicles

Here’s how to claim a Suspended vehicle:

  • Select your First Used Month & Year. 
  • Add any other Taxable Vehicles you might have. 
  • Add your Suspended Vehicle as you did with your Taxable Vehicles. 
  • View and edit the summary. 
  • Transmit your HVUT 2290 to the IRS.

File today!

You can file your 2020 Form 2290 today! If you have any questions about claiming a Suspended Vehicle, or any other part of the Form 2290, reach our customer support experts at 704.234.6005.

(Closed) File Your 2020-21 Form 2290 Now And Win A Mini-Fridge For Your Truck!

Posted on June 10, 2020 by - ExpressTruckTax giveaway

Don’t let that food go bad this summer!

File your 2020-21 Form 2290 by June 30, 2020, and you will be automatically entered to win a Mini-Fridge for the cab of your truck!

ExpressTruckTax has been a market leader for Form 2290 filing for the last ten years.

On July 1st, 2020 we will announce the giveaway winner on Facebook! You won’t want to miss out on this one.

Enter to win now!

RULES & REGULATIONS
The filing & payment to transmit a Form 2290 is necessary to enter to win.

By entering an ExpressTruckTax Giveaway (each, a “Sweepstakes”), you will be bound by these Terms & Conditions and you acknowledge that you satisfy all eligibility requirements. “ExpressTruckTax” means Span Enterprises LLC or any of its affiliates.

Eligibility 

Open to individual legal residents of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia who have an ExpressTruckTax account and are 18 years of age or the legal age of majority in their state of residence prior to the date of entry. Employees of ExpressTruckTax, its affiliates, and their immediate family members are not eligible to participate.

Prize(s) and Winner Selection Method

The Sponsor will award a prize to one or more individuals who file their 2020-21 Form 2290 on ExpressTruckTax.com between 6/3/2020-6/30/2020. Potential winner(s) will be selected at random from among all eligible entries received. Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received. If you are a winner, an e-mail notification will be sent to you.

You must have an ExpressTruckTax account and have filed a 2020-21 Form 2290 before June 30, 2020, in order to enter or receive a prize. Limit one entry per person and household using only one ExpressTruckTax.com account per Sweepstakes. Prize(s) will be fulfilled by the Sponsor. Prize(s) will be delivered by ExpressTruckTax.com.

Each prize will be awarded “as is” and without warranty of any kind, express or implied (including, without limitation, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose). If you win a prize, you may not transfer, assign, or redeem the prize for cash. ExpressTruckTax may substitute a prize with a prize of equal or greater value.

How to Enter. You will automatically be entered to win a prize upon the transmission of a 2020-21 Form 2290. If you do not wish to automatically be entered into the sweepstakes, you must notify us by email at support@expresstrucktax.com or call us at 704.234.6005. If you choose to promote your entry (including that you filed your Form 2290) via social media or other channels, you should disclose your connection to the Sweepstakes. For example, it may be sufficient to include a statement such as #ExpressTruckTaxGiveaway.

This giveaway is not associated with Blueparrot.com, Facebook.com, or Twitter.com.

Other Sweepstakes. Additional Terms. Sponsor, together with ExpressTruckTax, reserves the right to modify or cancel a Sweepstakes at any time. Sponsor and ExpressTruckTax and its affiliates are not responsible for: (a) lost, misdirected, late, or incomplete entries or for inaccurate entry information; (b) any operation or transmission error, theft, unauthorized access to, or alteration of, entries; or (c) damage to any computer or device resulting from downloading Sweepstakes materials. Sponsor, together with ExpressTruckTax, may disqualify any individual found to be: (x) tampering with a Sweepstakes; (y) violating these Terms & Conditions; or (z) acting in an unsportsmanlike or disruptive manner or with intent to threaten or harass any person. Incomplete and robotic, automatic, programmed or similar entries will be disqualified. The authorized subscriber of the account used to enter a Sweepstakes at the actual time of entry will be deemed to be the participant and must comply with these Terms & Conditions in the event of a dispute as to entries submitted by multiple users having the same e-mail account.

No greater than the number of prizes stated on the Sweepstakes Landing Page will be awarded. If any errors occur in the selection of a potential winner, or if more prizes are claimed than specified, Sponsor or ExpressTruckTax may award the prize(s) by random drawing from among all eligible claimants. All prizes made available for a Sweepstakes may not be awarded in the event Sponsor or ExpressTruckTax does not receive a sufficient number of qualified and eligible entries for an applicable Sweepstakes.

Miscellaneous. Each Sweepstakes is governed by the laws of the United States. By entering a Sweepstakes, you agree (for yourself and your heirs) that Sponsor, ExpressTruckTax, and each of their respective affiliates and agents, and any entity involved in any aspect of the Sweepstakes (all aforementioned parties are collective, the “Released Parties”) will have no liability, and will be held harmless from and against liability, loss, injury or damage to property or person, including death, and reasonable attorney’s fees and court costs, due in whole or in part, directly or indirectly, by reason of the acceptance, possession, use or misuse of a prize or participation in the Sweepstakes, even if caused or contributed to by the negligence of any of the Released Parties.

You agree that the Sponsor’s decisions related to each Sweepstakes and all distribution of prizes are final. Each winner agrees that, by participating in a Sweepstakes, Sponsor, ExpressTruckTax, and their respective affiliates may use the winner’s name in any manner and in any medium for its promotional purposes without additional compensation, including posting in a winner’s list, except where prohibited by law, and Sponsor, ExpressTruckTax, and their respective affiliates may be required to disclose the winner’s address to state regulatory authorities.

Privacy Notice: All information submitted in connection with this Sweepstakes will be treated in accordance with these Terms & Conditions, ExpressTruckTax Privacy Policy.

How To Get Low Mileage Credits For Your HVUT

Posted on June 1, 2020 by - Prior Year Low Mileage / Suspended Vehicles

The 2020 Form 2290 HVUT tax must be paid on all commercial vehicles weighing 55,000 pounds or more that travel 5,000 miles or more (7,500 for agricultural vehicles).

But what happens if you paid your $550 HVUT tax last year and then didn’t drive more than 5,000 miles?

In that case, you will be eligible for a low mileage credit on your HVUT payment! It’s simple to claim a low mileage credit and apply it to this year’s HVUT payment! That way, you won’t owe a dime for the 2020 HVUT!

Keeping reading for more information and instructions for claiming your HVUT low mileage credit!

What is a low mileage credit?

If you own and operate a commercial vehicle, you must file a Form 2290 with the IRS every year. However, if you drive less than 5,000 miles (7,500 miles for agricultural vehicles), you do not have to pay the Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT). 

So, if you do not plan to drive more than 5,000 miles in a given year, you can report that truck as a “Suspended Vehicle”. You will not have to pay the HVUT for that year unless you end up driving more than 5,000 miles.

But what happens if you paid the HVUT but did not drive more than 5,000 miles? In that case, you can claim a low mileage tax credit. If accepted, your tax payment from last year will roll over to this year, so you won’t owe a dime in 2020!

How do I file for a Form 2290 low mileage credit?

  1. Log in to your ExpressTruckTax account.
  2. Click on the Form 8849 Schedule 6.
  3. Choose the ending month of your tax year.
  4. Skip the Sold/Destroyed vehicle section.
  5. Click Add Credit Vehicle in the Low Mileage Credit section and enter all information. You will see your credit come up.
  6. Review your information and pay the ExpressTruckTax filing fee and you’re done!

File your Form 8849 Schedule 6 with ExpressTruckTax today!

We take care of all the hard work! There are no calculations required. Just enter your information and file!

Get ahead of the curve! File your 2020-2021 Form 2290 right now!

Posted on May 18, 2020 by - 2020 Form 2290

We have officially begun accepting Form 2290 tax filings for the 2020-2021 tax season. As in today!

We know the IRS doesn’t start processing HVUT returns until July 1, but we wanted you to be able to get ahead of the crowd this year!

In fact, when you file Form 2290 for 2020-2021 early with ExpressTruckTax, we will automatically submit your return on July 1, so your 2290 will actually be among the first in the door for 2020.

What is IRS Form 2290?

Anyone who owns a commercial motor vehicle with a gross weight of more than 55,000 pounds must file a Form 2290 and pay Heavy Vehicle Use Taxes (HVUT) by August 31, 2020.

Why File Form 2290 Early for 2020-2021 with ExpressTruckTax?

By filing Form 2290 early for 2020-2021, you can avoid the IRS delays that occur during peak filing season in July and August. 

Plus, we will automatically transmit your 2290 return when the IRS begins processing the Form 2290 on July 1. And if you choose to pay your HVUT by check or money order, you will not be required to pay their taxes until August 31, 2020.

Learn how you can delay your HVUT payment until August 31 here.

Who is ExpressTruckTax?

ExpressTruckTax provides a secure, interview-style e-filing process so that you can complete your return in a matter of minutes.

We also offer US-based customer support and free Form 2290 VIN Corrections for our clients. Our customer service experts are happy to provide a personalized support experience.

During our ten-year history, ExpressTruckTax has processed over $1.6 billion in excise tax payments. Our e-filing solution is trusted by most of the largest fleets in the nation.

Learn more about e-filing with ExpressTruckTax here.

Ready to file Form 2290 early for the 2020-2021 Tax Period?

What are you waiting for? There’s no reason to wait around deal with your 2020-21 Form 2290 when you could file now. File today with ExpressTruckTax!

Pay Your HVUT Your Way On Your Time

Posted on May 1, 2020 by - IRS 2290 payment

You’ve taken the time to e file, before the start of the 2020 Form 2290 tax season, now you are wondering what comes next. We have worked alongside the IRS for years to ensure you always come out on top. ExpressTruckTax allows you to pay your Heavy Vehicle Use Tax, also known as HVUT 2020, the way you want. It’s your money, so who are we to tell you how to use it?

Payments We Accept

ExpressTruckTax accepts HVUT 2020 payments via credit card, debit card, direct debit, electronic funds withdrawal (EFW), Electronic Federal Tax Payment System – EFTPS online, or by check/money order. Making your IRS 2290 payment is easy with ExpressTruckTax. There are options for your IRS 2290 payment that aren’t offered everywhere, so having us in your corner this year is the correct way to e file 2290.

Direct Debit or Electronic Funds Withdrawal (EFW)

When you use this method you are authorizing the IRS to debit your owed amount from your account. This method requires you to provide your bank account number and routing.

It is important to double-check the account information to avoid possible penalties for late payment. The IRS typically debits accounts within 24-48 hours, so double-check the amount in your account to avoid your payment being declined.

Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS) 

ExpressTruckTax clients can pay 2290 online with the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS). EFTPS online is a system of paying federal taxes electronically using the Internet or phone. EFTPS online allows users to schedule payments, in advance. When this method is selected you will automatically be directed to the EFTPS online website. It can take up to 10 business days to create an account, so for those choosing to wait until the last minute this method may not be the best idea.

Check or Money Order

If choosing to make an IRS 2290 payment with a check or money order there is a certain procedure you will have to follow and pay close attention to.    We’ve listed the steps for your HVUT 2020 convenience:

  • Make your check or money order payable to the United States Treasury. Write your name, address, EIN, ‘IRS Form 2290’, and date (as entered in box 3) on your payment.
  • Detach your 2290-V and send it with your payment. If you filed electronically, do not submit your Form 2290 or stamped Schedule 1 with your payment voucher. (*Do not staple your payment voucher, payment, or Form 2290 together.)

Send your payment and the 2290-V voucher to: Internal Revenue Service,
P.O. Box 804525,
Cincinnati, OH 45280-4525

We Got You Covered

Whether you choose to make an online payment for your HVUT 2020 using EFTPS online, pay 2290 with credit card or debit card, go the direct debit route, try the Electronic Funds Withdrawal payment method, or choose the classic check or money order method, ExpressTruckTax has you covered.

When you choose to file your 2020 Heavy Vehicle Use Tax Form, HVUT 2020, before July 1st you make the wisest decision for your time and money. Our goal is to save you money and support you while you do what you love. The half-million clients that file with ExpressTruckTax can tell you just how much we put you and your family’s needs high on our priority list.

Ready to file your 2290?