Q: What's the difference between a tax evader and a tax non-filer?

A: Pretty simple-- a tax evader has no intention of filing and/or paying their taxes. Unless you're intentionally trying to mislead the IRS by not filing your taxes, the IRS isn't going to see you as a tax evader just because you haven't filed your income taxes. But that doesn't mean you're not in trouble or immune to prosecution. Not filing your taxes is still against the law and you should take steps to get back into compliance.

Also, don't get a tax non-filer and a tax protester confused. Tax protesters believe there is some legal loophole in the system that does not require U.S. Citizens to file taxes. These cases are tried unsuccessfully in Federal courts all the time and the perpetrators of these scams are often sent to prison and heavily fined. Just because you don't agree with the taxation system in the United States does not give you grounds to stop filing your tax returns. Back to The Unfiled Tax Survival Guide

Q: I haven't filed my taxes in a few years and I haven't heard from the IRS. Did I get deleted from their database?

A: No, that's unlikely to happen. Particularly if an employer or anyone else has turned in W-2 information, a 1099, a schedule K-1, or related earning reports related to your name and social security number. Just because you haven't heard from the IRS doesn't mean they have forgotten about you-- it just means they haven't worked on your case as of yet. Remember, they are understaffed and the workload is high, so it can take years before you hear from them. Also, interest and penalties will continue to build as each year passes. The IRS has been stepping up enforcement in recent years and budgeting more resources toward compliance activities.  If you've stopped filing your taxes you will hear from the IRS eventually. Don't get smug and think you're “invisble” to the IRS and fail to do something about your unfiled tax returns. Back to The Unfiled Tax Survival Guide

Q:  I owe the IRS money and I can't pay.  Won't I get in trouble if I file my income taxes?

A:  This is a common mistake made by many people.  In fact, this is what first got me in trouble.  Many people find themselves owing money to the IRS when they didn't expect it and don't file their taxes because they can't afford to pay.   This starts a cycle of non-filing that only gets worse because the individual fears what the IRS will do when they catch up to them.  Failing to file your tax return is the worse thing you can do if you owe the IRS taxes and can't afford to pay.  The IRS accepts payment arrangements on past-due taxes, but they can't help if you don't file your return!  Back to The Unfiled Tax Survival Guide

Q: Will you represent me before the IRS if I don't want to deal with them?

A: No, I can't do that. I'm not a lawyer, accountant, or tax negotiator. My guide reveals the five steps I took on my own to solve my own problem with unfiled taxes. I couldn't afford legal or accountant representation so I figured out how to do it myself and was surprised how easy it was. My guide is not a comprehensive solution for every type of situation and is not a replacement for legal or accounting representation. Back to The Unfiled Tax Survival Guide

Q: Am I required to get a lawyer or an accountant to help with my unfiled taxes?

A: No. There is no requirement to hire a lawyer or an accountant. It depends on your situation. In my case, it was really simple to find a solution for my unfiled tax returns once I discovered the proper resources and steps to follow in accordance with IRS policies. Back to The Unfiled Tax Survival Guide

Q: I'm afraid I'll purchase this guide and it won't help me.

A: That's why I offer an eight-week no hassle, no questions asked, 100% guarantee if you're not satisfied for any reason. If you decide the guide is not for you, simply request a refund within eight weeks and you'll receive your money back. Back to The Unfiled Tax Survival Guide