As of the end of fiscal 2010, the balance of reported unpaid federal taxes was about $330 billion according to the IRS. This is a huge amount and as we have written about in the past, the enforcement of the tax laws and the tax code is on Government Accountability Office’s list of high-risk areas…. Continue reading →
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IRS Tax Tips for the Unemployed – What to Know When Money is Tight
If you are unemployed you are probably worried about many other things but there are some tax consequences and conversely some tax breaks that result from being unemployed. Here are some facts that unemployed taxpayers will need to know when filing a 2011 tax return on April 15 2012. 1. Severance packages, Accumulated sick leave, Vacation, and Holiday pay are… 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 →
IRS Tax Penalties Increased for Failure to File W-2s and 1099s. Yikes!
When meeting with a new client regarding an outstanding tax debt we generally ask if all required W-2’s and 1099’s and have been filed. It is not uncommon for the client to casually respond that they need file those also. They are often surprised to hear of the substantial penalties that apply for the failure… Continue reading →
Unfiled Tax Returns or Back Tax Troubles? Here is Some Back Tax Guidance
Can You Get Help With Back Taxes? If you are like many Americans who are having trouble keeping up with finances these days then you may have also found yourself a year or two behind on paying your taxes. Perhaps you even skipped filing for a few years. Left unresolved, unpaid tax debt or unfiled… Continue reading →
2010 Electric Car Credit and Other Tax Incentives
Tax Credits can allure taxpayers to rush applications or file even when unsure about qualifing standards. Learn why tax liabilities can appear years after filing incorrectly for incentives such as the first time home buyer or electric vehicle tax credits.
