What Should You Do if You Can't Pay Your Taxes?

This handout explains the options a taxpayer has when he or she cannot pay the taxes due by the due date. Information on requesting an installment agreement is provided.

HIGHLIGHTS: 

  1. File on time.

  2. Pay as much as possible when filing the tax return.

  3. Installment agreement request.

  4. Online payment agreement.

  5. Offer in compromise.


CLIENTS WHO MAY BENEFIT:

  1. Taxpayers who cannot pay the tax by April 15.

  2. Taxpayers with past due amounts who cannot pay the full amount.

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