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If you missed the April 15 tax deadline<\/a>, the clock is already ticking on penalties and interest \u2014 but there are still steps you can take to reduce the damage.<\/p>\n

Experts say taxpayers should file immediately, even if they can\u2019t pay their full bill, and pay as much as they can to avoid the steepest penalties. Those who still owe can apply for a payment plan to manage the remaining balance.<\/p>\n

TAX DAY IS THIS WEEK: AVOID THESE 5 COMMON MISTAKES THAT CAN COST YOU MONEY<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

The IRS says most applicants receive immediate approval or denial when applying for a payment plan online.<\/p>\n

“You can still file your return and at least eliminate the failure-to-file penalty, which can reach up to 25% of any tax owed, with interest compounding,” said Mark Steber, chief tax officer at Jackson Hewitt Tax Services.<\/p>\n

The IRS<\/a> can impose multiple penalties, including failure-to-file, failure-to-pay and underpayment penalties, which are assessed separately and can accrue interest daily, Steber said.<\/p>\n

He added that consulting a tax professional early can help taxpayers navigate their options and potentially reduce the total cost.<\/p>\n

THE SIMPLE TAX HABIT THAT COULD SAVE YOU THOUSANDS OVER YOUR LIFETIME<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

“In many cases, the total cost \u2014 including taxes<\/a>, penalties, interest and professional fees \u2014 ends up being higher than if you had sought help earlier,” Steber said.<\/p>\n

“The worst thing you can do is ignore the deadline,” he added. “Many people think they\u2019ll deal with it later, but that can lead to mounting penalties and unnecessary financial risk.”<\/p>\n

Filing as soon as possible and exploring IRS payment options can help taxpayers regain control of their situation and minimize added costs.<\/p>\n

Steber said taxpayers should view filing as part of a long-term financial strategy, not just a once-a-year obligation.<\/p>\n

“Your tax return is one of your largest financial transactions each year,” he said. “Giving it proper attention can pay dividends over time.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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