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 →
Tax Settlements
For Those With Tax Debt, The Economy Could Cause Even More Problems.
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 →
Research Before You Hire. Protect Yourself From Tax Settlement Scams
You may have read about some recent tax relief scams in the news. Although there is no doubt that a competent tax professional can be a huge asset in reducing a tax bill or resolving an outstanding tax debt, taxpayers should be aware that there are tax settlement companies out there that actually compound existing… Continue reading →
Audited? Overwhelming Penalties & Interest? Request a Penalty Abatement.
Taxpayers with tax debt soon learn that the actual amount of tax they originally owed the IRS or State is only a part of the amount they now owe overall. The balance may be much larger due to the assessment of penalties and interest. Although many find it shocking, it is not uncommon to balances… 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 →
