What type of tax extension should I file if I'm self-employed?

If you're self-employed or own a business, it's important to understand the right tax extension form to file based on your business type.

Business Type	Extension to File	Purpose
Sole Proprietors (Form 1040 Schedule C), Independent Contractors (Form 1099), and Single-Member LLCs	Form 4868	Extends both personal and business tax filing deadlines if you need more time to file your income tax return (IRS Form 1040).
Partnerships, S-Corporations, and C-Corporations	Form 7004	Extends the business tax return filing deadline

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