Arlington Back Taxes and Late Filing

Getting Back on Track

Busy seasons and irregular income can push filings aside. In Arlington we see event companies that stopped filing sales tax after a busy season, residents who never reported gig income from game days, suppliers that missed franchise tax reports and restaurants with unpaid payroll deposits. BOMCAS helps Arlington clients catch up remotely and set up routines that keep them current.

Texas penalties and disclosure options appear on our Texas back taxes page; this page covers common Arlington problems.

Unfiled Federal Returns

The IRS can file a substitute return using reported income, but it ignores deductions and dependents. Filing the actual returns usually lowers the balance. Most people need to file six years to be in good standing. Penalties for late filing and late payment can sometimes be reduced through first-time abatement or reasonable cause.

Uncollected Sales, Ticket and Parking Taxes

Event promoters, parking operators and vendors who did not collect sales tax or city venue taxes still owe them. The Comptroller can estimate tax from industry data, which often overstates the amount. Voluntary disclosure before the Comptroller contacts you can limit the lookback period and waive penalties. We reconstruct sales records and file the returns.

Gig and Event Income

Residents who drove for rideshare, worked events as independent contractors or rented out their homes for more than 14 days must report that income. Unreported income often appears on IRS notices when 1099 forms are matched to returns. Filing amended returns with expenses and mileage usually reduces the balance.

Franchise Tax and Forfeiture

Businesses that miss franchise tax reports face penalties and can lose their right to do business in Texas. Forfeiture can make owners personally liable for some debts. We file the missing reports, pay the balance and request reinstatement.

Payroll Tax Problems

Missed payroll deposits are serious, because trust fund penalties can make owners and managers personally liable for withheld taxes. TWC also assesses estimated taxes for missing reports. We reconstruct payroll records, file missing returns and arrange payment plans.

Property Tax

Unpaid property taxes in Tarrant County accrue penalties and interest after January 31 and may be referred to collection attorneys. Homeowners over 65 or disabled may be able to defer collection. Businesses with unpaid personal property tax should address it before selling assets.

Short-Term Rentals Without Hotel Tax

Homeowners who rented their houses for big events through more than one platform, or directly to guests, sometimes never collected the state and city hotel taxes. Some platforms collect state and local taxes for hosts, but not always all of them, and direct bookings are the host's responsibility. Arlington also has its own short-term rental rules and registration. We work out which stays were taxed, file any missing reports and calculate the balance.

Missing 1099 Forms

Event companies that paid many contractors without collecting W-9s or filing 1099 forms can face penalties and backup withholding exposure. Filing late 1099s with corrected information limits the penalty, which increases the longer the forms are late. We gather the contractor information and file the missing forms.

Paying What You Owe

When the balance is filed and known, the IRS offers short-term payment plans and installment agreements, which can often be set up online for individuals owing up to $50,000. The Comptroller and TWC also offer payment arrangements. An offer in compromise may be possible for those who cannot pay in full. We help gather the financial information these options require.

Our Process

Request IRS transcripts and state account records.
Reconstruct income and expenses.
File missing returns and reports.
Request penalty relief.
Set up payment plans and routines.