DIY Assistant
Organize missing returns
Build a checklist for years that were not filed before requesting many IRS resolution options.
Work through this list
1
List each missing year
2
Gather W-2s, 1099s, self-employment records, and business records
3
Request transcripts if records are missing
4
Watch for substitute-return issues
5
File current and missing returns before asking for many payment options
Keep in view
More than three years of unfiled returns is a high-risk sign.
Business and payroll returns may need professional review.