How do I File back taxes?

Darcy, My office works with many taxpayers who have not filed Income Tax Returns for several years.  It is more common than you may think and usually relatively easy to fix. If you do not have any of your tax documents from previous years, it is possible to obtain income information from the Internal Revenue Service and California's Franchise Tax Board.  Each agency will be able to send to you or your representative Account Transcripts which contain the information reported to the agency on W-2 and 1099 forms by your employer, bank, mortgage holder....   Assuming you were a wage earner (W-2 employee) it is quite easy to gather this information and file an accurate income tax return.  If, however, you were self employed or an independent contractor it is more difficult to determine your income and expenses.  In that case, bank statements can often be used to piece together your income and expense information. Once your income information is received, it can be determined if you had a filing requirement for the tax years 2004 to 2012. Please let me know if you require any additional information or assistance. Best Regards, Adam Brewer, Esq. AB Tax Law 1-888-351-3707