When Seeking IRS Penalty Abatement, What Qualifies As Reasonable Cause?

If you are facing penalties from the IRS for paying or filing your taxes late, you have some options to get those assessments removed. Reasonable cause is one method to getting penalty abatement. Learn more about reasonable cause and how to qualify for it.

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-What is reasonable cause?
-How to qualify for reasonable cause
-What Is Reasonable Cause?

Reasonable cause can be used when you have a legitimate excuse for not paying or filing your taxes on time. When claiming reasonable cause, you must be able to prove that it was out of your control to file or pay on time and that you tried to file but it wasn’t possible.

According to the IRS, some examples of reasonable cause can include:
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