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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nSuddenly, another dog swoops in, grabs the ball, and dashes off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Chaos ensues as you find yourself in a mad dash, trying to retrieve what\u2019s yours from an unexpected thief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This little beach drama is a lot like dealing with the IRS if you haven\u2019t filed your taxes in a while. Think of your assets, bank accounts and wages as Cooper\u2019s ball\u2014vital, valuable, and definitely worth protecting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
And just like the unexpected dog at the beach, the IRS can come out of nowhere, and trust me, they\u2019re much less fun to deal with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why Non-Filers Need to Be Wary<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The IRS Is Always on Patrol<\/strong>: Just like the many dogs at the beach, the IRS is always moving around, sniffing out non-filers. You might think you\u2019re just another person in the crowd, but to the IRS, you\u2019re an easy target if you’re not compliant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Consequences Can Fetch a High Price<\/strong>: Not filing your taxes can lead to a range of penalties, from financial fines to more severe legal consequences. The longer you wait, the more you risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s Not Just About Money<\/strong>: Your financial freedom and peace of mind are at stake. Just as losing his ball can ruin Cooper\u2019s day, having the IRS on your tail can disrupt your life significantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Get Your Ball Labeled<\/strong>: In tax terms, this means getting your affairs in order. Start by filing any and all past due tax returns. This is the most straightforward way to prevent potential IRS complications. It\u2019s like putting your name on Cooper\u2019s ball\u2014clearly marking your territory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Understand the Rules of the Game<\/strong>: Know what triggers IRS actions and understand how to navigate the filings. Each unfiled tax year is a potential risk, increasing the likelihood of the IRS taking notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Seek Professional Help If Needed<\/strong>: Sometimes, getting your ball back requires some assistance. If you\u2019re overwhelmed by the prospect of filing several years of back taxes or if you\u2019re already in the IRS\u2019s sights, consider reaching out to a tax professional. Enrolled Agents, CPAs, and tax attorneys can provide the expertise needed to tackle your tax issues head-on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stay Vigilant<\/strong>: Just as you\u2019d keep an eye on Cooper\u2019s ball at the beach, keep an eye on your tax situation. Stay informed about tax laws and maintain regular filings once you\u2019re caught up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Let’s ensure your tax ball is well-guarded and clearly marked, so you can enjoy stress-free days, both at the beach and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Andrew Samaniego, EA,<\/strong>\u00a0CTRC<\/strong>, MSCTA<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Andrew Samaniego Tax Planning & Resolution<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n (619) 268-1084<\/a> | AndrewSamaniego.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Imagine you’re at the dog beach at Ocean Beach in San Diego, enjoying a sunny day with your beloved pup, Cooper. He\u2019s out there, happy as can be, chasing his favorite ball into the waves. Life\u2019s good. Suddenly, another dog swoops in, grabs the ball, and dashes off. Chaos ensues as you find yourself in […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[15,31,9,10],"tags":[16,21,20,14,13,11,19,12],"class_list":{"0":"post-91","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","6":"category-back-taxes","7":"category-non-filer","8":"category-tax-debt","9":"category-tax-resolution","10":"tag-back-taxes","11":"tag-enrolled-agent","12":"tag-irs","13":"tag-non-filers","14":"tag-penalties","15":"tag-tax-debt","16":"tag-tax-issues","17":"tag-tax-resolution","18":"entry"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.andrewsamaniego.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/91","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.andrewsamaniego.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.andrewsamaniego.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.andrewsamaniego.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.andrewsamaniego.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=91"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.andrewsamaniego.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/91\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":97,"href":"https:\/\/www.andrewsamaniego.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/91\/revisions\/97"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.andrewsamaniego.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=91"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.andrewsamaniego.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=91"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.andrewsamaniego.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=91"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}How to Safeguard Yourself<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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