subject: What Happens If You Have Unfiled Tax Returns? [print this page] Perhaps you have an unfiled tax return from a previous year and you now want to make it right, it is not too late. Once you do file, you are no longer a non-filer, but instead a late filer.
There are many types of professionals that can help you if you have an unfiled tax return. One source is actually the IRS. The IRS is actually very informative and can be helpful, but they work for the government. In many situations it may be better to have someone helping you that is working for you to assist you. An income tax attorney or a certified public accountant that specializes in income tax returns may be exactly what you need. A good professional tax accountant will be able to assist you not only with your needs with your federal tax return and the IRS, but with issues on the state level as well.
Unfiled tax returns can be very overwhelming. Many report the inability to sleep or focus because they are unsure what to do. It can then become a vicious cycle, the longer you wait and think about what to do, the worse you feel and also the worse the consequences can be. The best thing is to not procrastinate and let it go on any longer. A good tax professional will be able to guide you properly with your unfiled tax return and help you make things right. If you do not get help and continue to ignore the issue, things are bound to only get worse.
If you have prior years to still file, that alone can be overwhelming. In this case, it is definitely a good idea to seek professional advice. You absolutely want to be sure that your prior tax returns are filed properly and this can take a skilled professional to be sure it is done right.
The IRS will pursue non filers. There are some people that believe since nothing has happened to them yet than all will be fine. This is not necessarily true and it will all eventually catch up to them. In the end, the penalties and fines are not worth it. It is much better to file or seek professional help if you need to.
