Backtaxconsolidation involves taking out a loan that covers all your outstandingbacktaxes, paying them off, and then repaying that loan in the form of a single monthly payment. You can consolidate just about anybacktaxeswith this process, including mosttaxbacktaxesowedtotheIRS.
You can filebacktaxesfor any past year, but theIRSusually considers you in good standing if you have filed the last six years oftaxreturns.One practical reason to file abacktaxreturn is to see if theIRSowesyou ataxrefund.

UnpaidBackTaxes- Get Fresh Start! If youowebacktaxesto theIRSor state, whatever you do, don't ignore letters or collection efforts, because theIRSwill pursue you relentlessly until the issue becomes a nightmare in your life.

TheIRSmay freeze future refunds if past-due returns remain unfiled. This can affect not only yourtaxliability but also your eligibility for financial aid, credit, and other programs. How to Know if YouOweBackTaxesto TheIRS.

Backtaxesowed. Ok, so you filed your returns but didn’t have the money to pay what wasowed. And, may think, “Oh well—I will catch up next year.” Before you know it you find yourself several years in arrears and suddenly there is a notice from theIRS...
Whether youowebacktaxesor currenttaxes, you may be hit with significant penalties and interest accruals over time if you don’t pay. The failure to pay penalty starts at 0.5% of your balance due per month (capped at 25% of thebacktaxesyouowe).