Tax Calendar
Stay on top of important tax deadlines throughout the year. Never miss a filing deadline or estimated payment again.
Quarterly Estimated Tax Payments
If you're self-employed or own a business, you likely need to make quarterly estimated tax payments.
Q1 2025
April 15, 2025
high priority
Estimated tax payments for January-March
Required Forms
Form 1040ES
Applies To
- • Self-employed
- • Business owners with quarterly obligations
Q2 2025
June 16, 2025
high priority
Estimated tax payments for April-June
Required Forms
Form 1040ES
Applies To
- • Self-employed
- • Business owners with quarterly obligations
Q3 2025
September 15, 2025
high priority
Estimated tax payments for July-September
Required Forms
Form 1040ES
Applies To
- • Self-employed
- • Business owners with quarterly obligations
Q4 2025
January 15, 2026
high priority
Estimated tax payments for October-December
Required Forms
Form 1040ES
Applies To
- • Self-employed
- • Business owners with quarterly obligations
Tax Preparation Timeline
Organize Financial Records
Start 2 months before deadline
- Gather all income statements (1099s, sales records)
- Compile expense receipts and documentation
- Reconcile all bank and credit card accounts
- Review and organize bookkeeping records
- Prepare depreciation schedules for assets
Review Deductions & Credits
6-8 weeks before deadline
- Research available business deductions
- Document home office expenses if applicable
- Review vehicle expense logs and mileage
- Compile charitable contribution records
- Check for new tax law changes affecting your situation
Professional Preparation
4-6 weeks before deadline
- Schedule appointment with CPA or tax preparer
- Prepare organizer or tax questionnaire
- Review prior year return for missed opportunities
- Plan estimated tax payments for next year
- Discuss tax planning strategies