A report from the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration published earlier this month gives an unfavorable evaluation of the timeliness and accuracy of IRS responses to taxpayer complaints about math adjustments. The IRS has the authority to adjust taxpayer returns for over 400 math error conditions. These conditions, which can be adjusted by the… Continue reading →
IRS Notice
Tax Liens – How to Avoid Your Information Being Published
In order to encourage compliance in the payment of outstanding tax debts, the California Franchise Tax Board is authorized to publish a list of the 250 largest state tax delinquencies in excess of $100,000. The list only includes amounts for which official tax liens have been recorded. Since the list is a matter of public… Continue reading →
IRS Debt – How did that happen? Now what do I do?
Incurring an IRS Debt Most people who have IRS debt do not find themselves in that situation due to an unwillingness to pay their fair share of taxes. It is much more common that taxpayers find themselves owing the IRS either due to a mistake on a previously filed income tax return or some unavoidable… Continue reading →
Increased Funding for IRS Enforcement Means Avoiding the IRS Is Harder Than Ever
With $1.1B more funding, enforcement is going to be increased. It is always better to approach the IRS before they approach you. The clear message for taxpayers is that they should take whatever steps are necessary to become income tax compliant.
Is Your Tax Refund Held Up Because of Your Spouse’s Tax Debt? You May Be Eligible for Innocent Spouse Relief.
Your spouse has a tax liability and you do not. Perhaps their liability was incurred under circumstances for which you are not liable. If you are owed a tax refund but are having trouble attaining it, the innocent spouse relief measure may help you.
Case In Point-Hiring A Qualified Professional To Handle Your Tax Settlement = A Good Investment
Hiring a qualified tax professional can seem like a bit of an investment. However by representing yourself before the IRS or State Tax Board small mistakes or assumptions can cost you even more time and money. This case study is a real world example.
