Irene E-File Deadline is Halloween Morning

I just spoke with my software vendor and learned that the e-file deadline for those impacted by Hurricane Irene is 9am EDT on October 31st (6am PDT). Effectively, the deadline is Sunday night for me. As to why the IRS chose 9am instead of 5pm EDT, you’d have to ask them. Needless to say, if you are among those impacted by Irene or have clients who are impacted by Irene, you will need to file sooner rather than later.