September 15 Is Coming: Are Your Third Quarter Estimated Taxes Ready?

If you make estimated tax payments, there’s an important deadline coming up: September 15, 2026.

The third quarter estimated tax payment is generally due on this date for individuals who expect to owe taxes that aren’t fully covered through paycheck withholding or other tax payments.

Who Should Pay Attention?

You may need to make estimated tax payments if you are:

• Self employed or an independent contractor
• A business owner or partner
• An investor with significant taxable income
• A landlord earning rental income
• Receiving income without enough taxes withheld

Why Your Q3 Estimate Matters

Your income can change throughout the year. Maybe business picked up, you sold an investment, earned more from a side business, or had another major financial change.

That means the amount you estimated earlier in the year may no longer be accurate.

Before September 15, it’s a good idea to review your year to date income, deductions, tax payments, and projected earnings. Making the right payment now can help reduce the risk of an unexpected tax bill or potential underpayment penalties later.

Don’t Just Guess Your Payment

Estimated taxes should be based on your actual financial picture, not simply a repeat of your previous payment.

At R.S.K. Tax & Consulting, LLC, we can review your numbers, identify potential tax saving opportunities, and help you determine an appropriate third quarter estimated payment.

September 15 will be here soon. Make sure your tax strategy is keeping up with your income.

Contact R.S.K. Tax & Consulting, LLC today to review your Q3 estimated taxes before the deadline.

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