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  • More Idahoans might qualify for property tax deferral in 2022

    February 10, 2022

    More Idahoans might qualify to have their property taxes deferred under a state law changed in 2021. The law increased income limits and expanded who can apply for Idaho’s Property Tax Deferral program. The program lets taxpayers postpone paying taxes on their home and up to an acre of land. The taxes and interest must eventually be […]

  • Get a faster tax refund with these tips

    February 8, 2022

    As you prepare to file your 2021 Idaho income tax return, the Idaho State Tax Commission offers the following tips to help you get your refund faster. Make sure you’ve received all your W-2s or other required information before filing your return. You can file an amended return to add this missing information, but not […]

  • Thousands eligible for free e-file

    February 3, 2022

    Many Idahoans are aware they can e-file their tax returns, but few know it might be free. The Idaho State Tax Commission is encouraging taxpayers with an adjusted gross income of $73,000 a year or less to visit tax.idaho.gov/freefile. This page details companies offering free online filing and preparation of both federal and Idaho individual income […]

  • Idaho taxpayers can claim some 2021 charitable contributions without itemizing

    January 27, 2022

    Idaho taxpayers can deduct some 2021 charitable contributions on their income taxes even if they use the standard deduction and don’t itemize. They can claim cash contributions to qualifying organizations of up to $600 if they’re married filing jointly, and $300 if they’re single or married filing separately. In 2020, the deduction was also available […]

  • Wasden and Idaho Tax Commission issue joint alert over tax scam targeting Idahoans

    January 20, 2022

    Attorney General Lawrence Wasden and the Idaho State Tax Commission are warning Idahoans about a scam targeting taxpayers. Individuals have reported receiving threatening letters from the so-called “Tax Processing Center” or “Tax Processing Unit,” claiming the State of Idaho will seize individuals’ property and garnish their wages for unpaid taxes. The letters are the latest […]

  • File Idaho income tax returns starting Jan. 24

    January 19, 2022

    The Idaho State Tax Commission starts processing 2021 Idaho individual income tax returns on Monday, January 24. The Internal Revenue Service begins processing federal returns the same day. E-filing your return is the safest and easiest way to file. It’s also the quickest way to receive a refund. Using direct deposit for your refund gets the […]

  • Employers can e-file 967 forms today

    January 14, 2022

    The deadline for filing the Form 967, Idaho Annual Withholding Report is January 31. Employers can file online today by logging into their Taxpayer Access Point (TAP) account to file Form 967 and W-2s. This is the fastest way to submit the information. The Tax Commission is also mailing hard copies of the report to employers. The copies should […]

  • Free webinar offers tips for filing 2021 income taxes

    January 12, 2022

    Filing income taxes doesn’t have to be confusing. Get tips for completing your federal and Idaho tax returns at a free webinar presented by the Idaho State Tax Commission and the federal Taxpayer Advocate Service. The “Tips for Filing Income Taxes” webinar runs in January and February. Attend the session on Wednesday, January 19, 9 a.m. […]

  • 2022 W-4 available; review your withholding now

    January 6, 2022

    The Idaho  Form ID W-4 for 2022 is now available on our website at tax.idaho.gov/w4. Make sure you have the right amount of income taxes withheld from your paycheck. Review your W-4 withholding at least once a year or more often to account for changes in your life. Some life changes include: Getting married, divorced, or having […]