The struggling economy has caused more taxpayers than ever to find themselves with and outstanding tax debt that they simply cannot pay. When accepting tax settlements one of the requirements of the IRS is typically that the taxpayers file and pay their taxes on time in the future. Most taxpayers get behind initially due to… Continue reading →
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Business Tax Debt from Back Payroll Taxes is Devastating to Staff and Owners.
In light of the current economic slowdown and the tightening of credit, it is more common than ever for employers find themselves burdened with unpaid payroll taxes. Business owners generally match the employment taxes withheld from their employees’ pay checks and remit those to the IRS along with the standard federal and state tax withholdings…. Continue reading →
Policy Change for Tax Settlements Involving Innocent Spouse Relief
The Internal Revenue Service has changed their policy regarding those tax settlements dealing with a request for Innocent Spouse Relief. Originally there was a two year limit on the innocent spouse relief, but effective Monday, July 25, 2011, that has been eliminated. The IRS initiated a review of the equitable relief provisions of the innocent… Continue reading →
States Offer Short Sale Assistance to Taxpayers
When assisting clients with complicated tax settlements, taxpayers often find that the IRS and States have filed tax liens to protect their interests in back taxes owed. Tax liens can cause numerous problems, including damage to credit reports and also make the sale of property more difficult. Many people, who are facing financial difficulties, are… Continue reading →
IRS Violates Taxpayers’ Tax Lien Rights Regarding Tax Debt
Do you have unfiled taxes, or unpaid tax debt? If so, there’s a chance the IRS has, or will file a tax lien or wage garnishment for any uncollected tax debt. However, there are legal requirements the IRS must follow before doing so. According to a new government report, nearly 33,000 taxpayers have been harmed… Continue reading →
He Owed the IRS $80,000 in Back Taxes. We Reduced His Tax Debt to Zero!
Steve H. came to Professional Tax Resolution after receiving notice of a wage garnishment from his largest customer. Steve, a technology consultant, had failed to file tax returns for six years and, according to IRS calculations, owed over $80,000 in back taxes, penalties and interest. Tax settlement plans for taxpayers with numerous un-filed tax returns… Continue reading →
