Penalties & Payment Plans
“I need more time to pay my taxes, can I get a payment plan?”
When a taxpayer needs more time to pay, a payment plan is often part of the discussion, and the answer usually depends on the amount owed, whether any returns are still unfiled, and the type of tax involved. IRS and state agencies may look at current compliance history, recent notices, and the taxpayer’s ability to make regular payments. In many cases, the available options and terms vary based on the balance, income, and whether the debt is tied to an individual return or a business account. Walking the details through with a CPA is the fastest way to know what truly applies here.
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.
“As a freelancer, can I get my IRS penalties removed or reduced?”
“As a consultant, can I get my IRS penalties removed or reduced?”
“As a 1099 contractor, can I get my IRS penalties removed or reduced?”
“As a small business owner, can I get my IRS penalties removed or reduced?”
“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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