Actually this is a sub-goal...
2 years ago
...of the larger “do my taxes” goal (which encompasses, to my great embarrassment and considerable distress, multiple years).
My current thinking is that filing at least the most recent year’s return – still a fairly onerous task if I do it “right” – will serve a dual purpose:
- It will accomplish part of the larger task.
- It will serve as a demonstration of good faith for the tax department, showing that it is my intention to file all missing returns and pay whatever I owe.
Minimally, I could at least investigate the possiblity of filing a “nil” return, which I could update as soon as I’m able. That would at least prevent my having to pay penalties (beyond whatever has accumulated already) for 2006.
I will consult an accountant about this question during the coming week, while I’m off work and can make the call in privacy.
