Not sure how much to pay when filing a 2025 tax extension? An extension gives you more time to file—but not more time to pay. Learn practical methods to estimate your payment, reduce penalties and interest, and file with confidence even if your return isn’t ready yet.

Recent policy changes are breaking down long-standing walls between U.S. government databases, allowing immigration authorities increased access to tax, healthcare, and benefits data. For visitors, students, and families who spend time in the U.S., these shifts raise new risks around tax residency, privacy, and compliance. Understanding how time spent in the U.S. and personal data now intersect is more important than ever.

As the 2025 tax year unfolds, inflation-adjusted brackets, restored incentives like 100% bonus depreciation, and increased IRS reporting enforcement are already impacting how much taxpayers owe—and how much they can save. While there’s no sweeping tax reform this year, proactive planning is more important than ever. Here’s what individuals and business owners need to know to stay compliant and maximize tax savings in 2025.