Back Taxes & Unfiled Returns
“What can I do about owing a large amount in back taxes?”
Owing a large amount in back taxes can feel overwhelming, and the practical response often depends on how the balance arose, whether returns are missing, and whether the IRS or a state agency has already sent notices. In many cases, the next steps involve confirming the exact tax periods involved, reviewing any penalties and interest, and looking at payment options that may fit the situation. Income level, recent filing history, and whether there are bank or wage collection concerns can also shape the available paths, including resolution programs, amended filings, or installment arrangements. Working through the specifics with a CPA is the cleanest way to land on the right move.
In your 60-minute session, the KGOB advisor handling it will:
- Read your exact situation and tell you, in plain English, what’s actually going on.
- Lay out your options and the trade-offs — no jargon, no judgment.
- Give you a clear next step you can act on, whether that’s with us or on your own.
“I owe back taxes and need to know my real options?”
“What are my options if I owe back taxes and can't pay them all?”
“I have about $50,000 in back taxes, what can I do?”
“I’m behind on taxes and owe a lot, what are my realistic options?”
“I haven't filed taxes in 5 years, how much trouble am I in?”
“I haven't filed taxes in more than 10 years, how much trouble am I in?”
This page is a prompt to start a conversation, not tax or legal advice, and states no tax-law specifics as fact. A consult session does not by itself create an ongoing engagement. We do not promise specific outcomes or savings. Kohari Gonzalez Oneyear & Brown PLLC — Charlotte, NC.
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