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You likely know that lodging an Australian tax return each year is compulsory. However, if you’ve fallen behind and have some overdue returns, we can help you address them.

Concerned about Late Tax Returns and potential penalties from the ATO? Whether you were overwhelmed with work, found the tax return form too complex, or faced personal issues like health or relationship problems, it’s common to fall behind on your Late Tax Returns.

Don’t stress—getting back on track with your Late Tax Returns is straightforward with the right help. We offer expert assistance to address overdue Late Tax Returns and navigate the complexities of Australian tax compliance. Once you’re up to date on your Late Tax Returns, you can enjoy peace of mind and possibly even a tax refund.

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HOW TO LODGE LATE TAX RETURNS

This page outlines simple steps to help you catch up on outstanding or Late Tax Returns in Australia. With the right support, you could be up to date on your Late Tax Returns and receive all your tax refunds within a month.

Our tips and strategies for managing Late Tax Returns are based on years of experience assisting clients with lodging multiple Late Tax Returns, ensuring a smooth and efficient process.

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  • FIND OUT HOW MANY YEARS OF TAX RETURNS ARE OVERDUE

Getting help: Contact us, and we’ll quickly check your lodgement status. As registered tax agents in Australia, we have enhanced access to your tax records via ATO online services. In fact, we can determine within 2 minutes how many outstanding tax returns you have dating back to 2001.

Do-it-yourself: Log into MyGov or call the ATO on 13 28 61 to check which years you have outstanding tax returns. Be sure to have your tax file number ready. You may also need a previous ATO-generated notice (like a Notice of Assessment) or personal details matching ATO records, such as a bank account number. If contacting the ATO seems daunting, appoint us as your registered tax agent, and we’ll handle your tax returns for you.

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  • DO YOU NEED TO LODGE A TAX RETURN?

You’re required to submit something to the ATO annually, but it doesn’t always have to be a tax return. If you meet specific conditions, such as having income below the tax-free threshold, you may qualify to submit a non-lodgment advice instead.

Getting help: Your registered tax agent can determine which years you’re eligible to submit a non-lodgment advice to the ATO instead of filing tax returns.

Do-it-yourself: Visit the ATO website for more details on non-lodgment advice and how it relates to your tax obligations.

Before submitting a non-lodgment advice, consider whether lodging a return could make you eligible for benefits like the superannuation co-contribution or family payments such as the education tax refund. Submitting your tax returns might unlock financial advantages you didn’t expect.

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  • GET YOUR PAPER WORK READY

For many, this can feel like the most daunting step in addressing overdue tax issues.

Getting help: Contact your registered tax agent and request a copy of your ATO Pre-filling Report. This is the fastest way to recover any missing tax information.

The ATO gathers your income data from sources such as banks, employers, and government agencies. This information is linked to your tax file number and compiled into your pre-filling report, which includes:

  • PAYG Payment Summaries from employers (group certificates)
  • Centrelink payment summaries
  • Private health insurance details
  • Bank interest earned
  • Dividend and investment income
  • Your HELP (HECS) balance for the applicable year

A registered tax agent can access pre-filling reports dating back to 2009 and even request data from as far back as 2001.

Many people can lodge their return using the information in this report alone. If lost information is preventing you from submitting your tax returns, we can help remove that hurdle for you.

You’ll also need to gather receipts and deductions for the relevant years. If you haven’t lodged for years, finding these might be difficult. But don’t worry—certain deductions can be claimed without receipts, and we can help determine what you can claim based on your job and investment situation.

Do-it-yourself: You will need to gather all your paperwork independently. Even if you’ve lost some, there are simple ways to replace it. Check out our article on finding lost tax records.

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  • COMPLETE THE TAX RETURNS FORMS

Getting help with your Late Tax Returns: We can lodge your Late Tax Returns electronically for you. FastLane Tax & Accounting Services prepares and submits your Late Tax Returns instantly if you have all the required information. You could receive your refund in as little as 1-2 weeks. Appointments for your Late Tax Returns can be done in-person or conveniently online.

Do-it-yourself for your Late Tax Returns: You can lodge your Late Tax Returns through MyTax by linking your ATO account to MyGov.

Alternatively, you could find and submit the old paper tax form for your Late Tax Returns. However, paper returns take about 8 weeks to process (and sometimes even longer due to delays). For that reason, we highly recommend using our services for a faster and hassle-free process regarding your Late Tax Returns.

  • HOW TO GET HELP WITH YOUR TAX

Call FastLane Tax & Accounting Services on +612345678 to speak with an accountant about your Late Tax Returns, or book an appointment now via our website.

The benefits of using a tax agent for your Late Tax Returns include:

  • We have access to your lodgment history and tax records related to your Late Tax Returns.
  • The process for your Late Tax Returns will be much quicker, and refunds will be paid sooner.
  • You’ll have the peace of mind knowing your Late Tax Returns are lodged accurately.
  • We possess the knowledge and skill to get you the best tax result for your Late Tax Returns.
  • We can also help you improve your financial situation going forward.
  • We’ve helped clients with up to 19 years of overdue Late Tax Returns and successfully negotiated up to $50,000 in debt reductions from the ATO.
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And remember, we’re not here to judge — we’re here to help. There are far worse things than forgetting to lodge one or more tax returns. It’s not a guilty secret, just a bit of paperwork.

Concerned about the cost? Not only do we offer reasonable prices, but you can also opt to have our fee deducted from your ATO refund, so you won’t need to pay upfront. We also offer credit card payment options.

Contact us now to take the first step towards the relief of getting your tax affairs up to date. Don’t wait until your paperwork is perfect — it might never be. Get in touch with us today at 1300 823 011 and let us take the pressure off.

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