The short answer
You can likely set up a short or long term plan online. A $10,000 balance is the usual line where IRS staff file a lien, so acting early helps. A long term plan with auto pay costs $29 to set up online. A short plan of 180 days has no fee.
If you had a clean 3 year record, ask about First Time Abate for the penalties.
Words to know
- First Time Abate (FTA)
- IRS relief from some penalties if you filed and paid on time for the 3 years before.