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December is the month of celebrations, family meals, and gifts. But for some, there is another “gift” a little less joyful in preparation: the last tax deduction. Focus on this collection expected on December 27 and everything you need to know to avoid being caught off guard!
The last drain of the year is coming
Each year, the tax authorities settle accounts with taxpayers by making a final income tax deduction. If you owe money to the tax authorities, then the end of December can rhyme with one last puncture.
For taxpayers who have not paid their balance in September, the tax authorities deduct the remaining amount in several installments. But be careful, the last sample falls on December 27, according to information from Service Public. So, if your account does not have enough funds, you risk many complications.
The consequences of failing to collect taxes
Insufficient balance in your bank account? It’s not just your bank account that will be affected! If the levy fails, the tax administration will not hesitate to apply penalties. A 10% increase can also be added to the amount of unpaid tax.
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In addition to this, late payment interest start to accrue, and thus increase the amount that you will ultimately have to repay. This can quickly become a financial headache if the problem persists.
Worse still, if you have opted for automatic debit and attempts fail several times, the tax authorities will order your payment method to be suspended. You will then have to find another method to pay your taxes, which will further complicate your administrative procedures. So make sure you have what you need in your accountbefore the operation!
The December 27 tax collection
If your income tax balance is less than 300 euros, you probably already paid your debt in September. But for those who owe a higher amount, the tax authorities operate a sampling in four timesand this last deadline is approaching!
This December 27 will therefore be the crucial moment when the fourth and last fraction of your tax deduction. This is the perfect opportunity to take stock of your tax situation before the deduction takes place. A little verification is necessary to avoid any unpleasant surprises!
To find out the exact amount of the remaining deductions, refer to your 2024 tax notice. Simply go to your particular space on the site impots.gouv.fr, in the “Documents” section. There, you will be able to view all the details of your payments, and make sure that everything is in order before this final deadline.
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In case of financial difficulties: what to do?
Everyone can experience difficult times. And sometimes it happens that we cannot pay our taxes on time. But if you find yourself in this situation, it is possible to request a payment deadline to the tax administration.
The main thing is to act without delay. The faster you react, the more you increase your chances of obtaining a favorable solution. However, if you do not receive a response to your requestyou will need to follow the planned payment schedule, without exception.
If you have made a corrective declaration to adjust the amount of your taxes, be careful. The tax administration can sometimes challenge these adjustments. In this case, she may then ask you to justify the changes made. Make sure you have all your supporting documents ready and up to date, to avoid any complications.
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