UNDATED (WSAU) – Tax Day is long past now, but if you haven’t filed, the IRS says it’s best if you do so.
IRS Spokesman Joe Munoz says the IRS has ways to help you out getting current. “You are not alone. You can always contact us so we can specifically help you comply with the law, and so that way you avoid fines and penalties for not filing.” Online tax filing is still open, and Munoz says that’s the best way to let the IRS know you need help. “We can work out a way to pay those taxes, but the important thing you need to do is to come in contact with us, to let us know that is what’s going on.”
Munoz says the big issue is that not filing your taxes gets you larger penalties than simply owing taxes. “If you owe taxes, you should file and pay as soon as you can, because there are penalties and interests that will be accrued daily.”
The IRS will keep the free file and e-filing options open on their website through October when extensions are due. If you’re looking for more information or someone to talk to about setting up a payment plan, log on to www.irs.gov.
