Coachella Valley taxpayers express their concerns this tax season as filing deadline looms Tuesday

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Tax Day is nearly upon Americans. 

In recent weeks, local tax preparers have expressed their concern surrounding fewer clients filing early and have predicted that more taxpayers could request extensions this year.

With higher prices and economic uncertainty in the minds of Americans, taxpayers are feeling the pinch.

Some recently retired taxpayers, like local resident Jennifer Nelson, say they wish they didn't have to pay taxes with their limited income.

"They need to give [retirees] a break. You know, yes, people are retired. We can't afford to pay taxes," she says.

Meanwhile, other taxpayers, like Brian Sloan, a Palm Springs resident, say they're hoping for change when it comes to the current state of the economy. Although these economic woes are putting a strain on his finances, Sloan says "We have to pay our taxes. So with everything is going on, we really don't have no control over it. Congress got to try to fix that."

Ahead of the deadline, you can view new changes for tax year 2024 on the IRS website, found here. Also, information about filing for an extension can be found here. It's free to file for an extension, which will give you until October 15th to file without penalties – but it must be submitted by April 15th.

News Channel Three is speaking with Coachella Valley taxpayers and tax experts about their experience and concerns with filing taxes this year. Stay with us for the latest.