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Estimated Tax Safe Harbor

See what federal and state safe harbor requires this quarter.

Use prior-year tax return amounts. Current-year payments are optional and show remaining amount due.

Filing status
Quarter
Prior Year Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) is historically found on Form 1040, Line 11
This is the total tax liability from your prior year return, not the amount due. On Form 1040, it is the line that says "Total Tax".
This is the total state tax liability from your prior year return, not the amount due. This is typically the "Total Tax" line before credits and payments.

Add current-year payments below to see remaining amount due.

Current year payments Optional
Enter current year payments?

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Key Notes

  • These figures are intended to help reduce estimated tax penalties.
  • Paying safe harbor amounts does NOT automatically cover your total taxes due in the current year.
  • Consult with a qualified tax advisor for case-specific guidance.

Pro Tip:
Run this tool quarterly to stay ahead of your estimated tax payments.

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