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April 5, 2026
Question

How do i make estimated tax payment to the proper tax return

  • April 5, 2026
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Hello,

In the past i've made estimated tax payment to the irs through EFTPS and to my state then file the tax return during tax season because i only had 1 tax return to filed. This year i will likely have 2 separate tax return to file, one which is my regular business for years using standerd deduction, then a added itemized deduction tax return. The standard deduction tax return is for my ecommerce business, while the itemized deduction is for my upcoming gambling winning/losses. Now I'm wondering when i make my estimated tax payments how will the irs know which payment is for which return or how will they calculate when im doing both returns during tax season as to which return is overpaid/underpaid

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QuickBooks Team
April 5, 2026

Hi there, @mikelu9661. It sounds like you have a unique situation this year with both your e-commerce business and your gambling activities. To ensure everything is processed correctly, I recommend contacting the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

 

They can clarify how they will recognize the payment and returns in your estimated tax payments so they are properly credited to your account. Additionally, they can provide guidance on reporting business profits alongside itemized gambling winnings and losses.

 

You can also consider consulting a tax professional or accountant. They can help you develop a seamless strategy for allocating these payments and managing your long-term tax planning.

 

Let us know if you have additional concerns. We're here to help.