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Late & Delinquent Return Filing
Preparation and filing of one or more prior-year returns that were never filed.
What we'll need
- Income documents for each unfiled year (W-2s, 1099s, etc.)
- Any IRS/state notices received
- Prior-year returns, if any were filed
- Business records, if a business return is involved
Key due dates
IRS Collection Statute
Generally 10 years from assessment
Dates shown are general guidance and may shift for weekends/holidays or your specific situation.
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