If you missed the tax filing deadline of April 15, and did not file an extension, file now.

1. File as soon as possible. If you owe taxes, file and pay. This will help limit interest and penalties that you will owe for late filing and late payment of tax liability.

2. Pay as much as you can. If you can not pay all you owe in full, pay as much as you can when you file the tax return.

3. You may have a refund. If you are due a refund, file your tax return as soon as possible so you can receive it. In some cases, this applies even if you are not required to file a tax return if you had taxes withheld from wages or qualify for specific tax credits.