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Form 5498 is an IRS information return used by IRA custodians or trustees to report contributions, rollovers, conversions, and the fair market value of Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) for the tax year. Understanding the due dates for Form 5498 is crucial for both custodians and IRA owners to ensure compliance and accurate reporting.
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Form 5498 must be filed by the IRA custodian or trustee-the financial institution or entity responsible for maintaining an individual retirement account (IRA) for the account holder. This includes custodians of traditional IRAs, Roth IRAs, SEP IRAs, SIMPLE IRAs, and deemed IRAs under section 408(q).
Understanding the key deadlines for Form 5498 IRA reporting is essential for staying compliant with IRS regulations. For more information, visit our Form 5498 deadline page.
Form 5498 | Deadlines |
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Providing copy to the participants | January 31, 2025 |
Paper filing | June 02, 2025 |
IRS e-filing | June 02, 2025 |
Reporting IRA contributions | June 02, 2025 |
Failing to file Form 5498 IRS on time or submitting inaccurate information can lead to penalties from the IRS for incorrect reporting of IRA account details. Here are the potential penalties for non-compliance:
Scenario | Penalty per return | Penalty for small businesses | Penalty for large businesses |
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Failure to file on time | $60 | $239,000 | $683,000 |
Failure to file after 30 days before August 1 | $120 | $683,000 | $2,049,000 |
IRS e-filing | $310 | $1,366,000 | $4,098,500 |
Intentional Disregard | $630 | No limit | No limit |
Need more time to file Form 5498?
No problem! You can request a 30-day extension by filing Form 8809, to avoid penalties and stress-free.
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Step 1: Log in to your TaxZerone Free Account
Step 2: Choose “Form 5498” and enter the required details of trustees and participants including IRA contribution made.
Step 3: Review and Transmit to the IRS and send a Participant copy’s through ZeroneVault or postal mail.