Penalties & Payment Plans
“I missed the deadline to file my taxes; how much is the penalty?”
Missing a filing deadline often leads to penalties, but the amount can vary based on whether a return is owed, whether tax was paid on time, and how long the return remained unfiled. In many cases, the IRS also looks at any interest that may apply separately from the penalty itself. The final impact can depend on filing status, whether an extension was in place, and whether there were prior notices or payment arrangements. For someone who missed the deadline, the full picture usually includes both the filing issue and any balance due on the account. A targeted review with a CPA can turn the uncertainty into a clear next step.
In your 30-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 filed my return late, what penalty do I owe?”
“How much is the penalty if I missed my filing deadline?”
“I missed the tax filing deadline; how large is the penalty?”
“What penalty applies if I didn't file on time?”
“I can't pay my $2,000 tax bill, can I set up a payment plan?”
“I can't pay my $5,000 tax bill, can I set up a payment plan?”
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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