Penalties & Payment Plans
“I missed the tax filing deadline; how large is the penalty?”
Missing a tax filing deadline can trigger penalties that vary based on the type of return, how late it is, and whether any tax was owed when the return was due. In many cases, the filing penalty and any separate payment-related charges are calculated differently, so the total can depend on both the return balance and how long the delay lasted. Other factors often include whether an extension was filed, whether there was reasonable cause, and whether prior notices have already been issued. 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?”
“What penalty applies if I didn't file on time?”
“If I file late, how big can the penalty be?”
“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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