Quarterly Tax Estimator
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Quarterly Taxes, Explained Simply
When you're self-employed, the IRS doesn't wait until April. They want payments four times a year. Miss a deadline and you'll owe penalties—even if you pay everything you owe by Tax Day.
2024 Quarterly Tax Deadlines
| Quarter | Period Covered | Due Date |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Jan 1 – Mar 31 | April 15 |
| Q2 | Apr 1 – May 31 | June 15 |
| Q3 | Jun 1 – Aug 31 | September 15 |
| Q4 | Sep 1 – Dec 31 | January 15* |
* That's January 15 of the following year. So your Q4 2024 payment is due January 15, 2025.
How to Actually Pay
- IRS Direct Pay (recommended): Free bank transfer at irs.gov/payments. You get instant confirmation.
- EFTPS: The government's payment system. Requires enrollment 5-7 days ahead.
- Check by mail: Form 1040-ES. Slowest option. Don't cut it close.
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