Hector foregoes a standard deduction and instead reports a higher itemized deduction based on his eligible expenses. He has one dependent son who lives with him and Hector pays for all his expenses. Hector has been busy with his construction work due to peak season and has not been able to collect all of the paperwork for completing his taxes on time. What should Hector do?

Call the IRS and make a case for extra time. The IRS may or may not grant him the extension upon review.

Immediately file Form 4868. When he mails in his tax return, he should file it as head of household and enclose Schedule A.

Do nothing and send his tax return when he is ready.

Immediately file Form 8812. When he mails in his tax return, he should file it as head of household and enclose Schedule A.