The worst of Hurricane Irma that took place in early September is over, but those affected are left to deal with the destruction that was left in its wake. Survivors with losses due to the hurricane can take advantage of federal and state tax relief opportunities.

The IRS has declared that the victims of Hurricane Irma in 159 counties in Georgia may now qualify for certain tax relief opportunities from the Internal Revenue Service.

Affected taxpayers have until Jan. 31, 2018, to file most tax returns (including individual, corporate, and estate and trust income tax returns; partnership returns, S corporation returns, trust returns; estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer tax returns; annual information returns of tax-exempt organizations; and employment and certain excise tax returns), that have either an original or extended due date occurring on or after Sept. 4, 2017, and before Jan. 31, 2018 (IRS section 7508A).

In the State of Georgia, any area designated by FEMA can qualify for individual or public assistance.

Find more information here: dor.georgia.gov/press-releases/2017-09-14/updated-department-revenue-extends-relief-victims-hurricane-irma and irs.gov/newsroom/tax-relief-for-victims-of-hurricane-irma-in-georgia

We offer our deepest sympathies and condolences to the individuals, families, and businesses in Georgia that have been affected by Hurricane Irma. We encourage you to share any information you have regarding relief opportunities for those affected.

Information for those affected by Hurricane Harvey available here
Information for those located in Florida that have been affected by Hurricane Irma available here
Information for those affected by the California wildfires available here