Everything You Need to Stay on Top of Your Finances & Compliance.
Important tax deadlines, trucking compliance dates, helpful guides, and IRS links, all in one place. Bookmark this page and check back often.
2026–2027 Key Tax Deadlines
Missing a deadline can mean penalties and interest. Save these dates, or better yet, let us handle it for you.
Q4 2025 Estimated Tax Payment
Fourth quarter estimated tax payment for self-employed individuals and business owners. (Past)
W-2s & 1099s Issued
Employers must send W-2s to employees. Businesses must issue 1099-NEC to contractors paid $600+. (Past)
S-Corp & Partnership Returns Due
Form 1120-S and 1065 due. Extensions via Form 7004. (Past)
Individual & C-Corp Returns Due (+ Q1 Estimated)
Federal and NJ Form 1040 and 1120. Q1 2026 estimated tax payment also due. (Past)
Q2 2026 Estimated Tax Payment
Second quarter estimated taxes for self-employed and business owners. (Past)
Form 2290 (Heavy Vehicle Use Tax) Due
Annual HVUT filing for vehicles over 55,000 lbs. Required to register/renew vehicle tags. We file it →
Extended S-Corp & Partnership Returns + Q3 Estimated Tax
Final deadline for S-Corps and partnerships on extension. Q3 2026 estimated tax payment also due.
Extended Individual Returns Due
Final deadline for individuals who filed for extension in April 2026.
Q4 2026 Estimated Tax Payment Due
Fourth quarter estimated tax payment for 2026 self-employed individuals and business owners.
2026 W-2s & 1099s Must Be Issued
Employers issue W-2s. Businesses issue 1099-NECs to contractors paid $600+ during 2026.
⚠️ Deadlines are subject to IRS adjustments. When a deadline falls on a weekend or federal holiday, it shifts to the next business day. Always confirm with our team.
Key Trucking Compliance Deadlines
Miss these and your authority can be deactivated, your vehicles placed out of service, or fines issued. We track all of this for you.
IFTA Q2 2026 Quarterly Report Due
Second quarter IFTA fuel tax report due for carriers operating in 2+ IFTA jurisdictions. Covers April–June 2026 miles and fuel. We file IFTA →
Form 2290 Heavy Vehicle Use Tax
Annual HVUT return for vehicles over 55,000 lbs. IRS-stamped Schedule 1 required for vehicle registration. We e-file 2290 →
IFTA Q3 2026 Quarterly Report Due
Third quarter IFTA fuel tax report due. Covers July–September 2026 miles and fuel purchased. We file IFTA →
UCR Registration Renewal
Unified Carrier Registration must be renewed annually. Late renewal means operating without required registration. We handle UCR →
IFTA Q4 2026 Quarterly Report Due
Fourth quarter IFTA fuel tax report due. Covers October–December 2026. We file IFTA →
MCS-150 Biennial Update
FMCSA requires all carriers to update their MCS-150 every 24 months based on their USDOT number's last digit. Missing it deactivates your USDOT. We track & file →
Tax Tips & Insights
Practical advice for individuals and business owners. No jargon, no fluff.
5 Tax Deductions NJ Small Business Owners Commonly Miss
Many business owners leave money on the table every year. Here are five deductions worth knowing before you file.
Ask Our Team →Should Your NJ LLC Elect S-Corp Status? What You Need to Know
S-Corp election can significantly reduce self-employment taxes, but it's not right for everyone. Here's how to decide.
Ask Our Team →What to Do If You Receive an IRS Letter
Don't panic. Most IRS letters are routine, but knowing what to do next matters. We can respond and represent you.
Get IRS Help →New Owner-Operator? Here's Every Filing You Need in Your First 90 Days
Getting your USDOT, MC authority, BOC-3, UCR, and IFTA set up correctly from the start saves you serious time and money down the road.
Trucking Services →What Happens If Your USDOT Number Gets Deactivated?
A deactivated USDOT means roadside inspections can put your vehicle out of service. Here's why it happens and how to prevent it.
About MCS-150 →Per Diem and Depreciation: The Trucker's Top Tax Deductions
Owner-operators and trucking companies have access to powerful deductions. Are you claiming everything you're entitled to?
Get Trucking Tax Help →Have a tax question? We're happy to help.
Ask Our Team →Government & Tax Links
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