Recent Blog Posts
Tax Relief For Spouses Via Separation Of Liability
There is nothing more frustrating for a person than to find out that he or she owes a tax debt that was actually accrued by a former partner. Fortunately, there are ways to avoid having to pay debts for which a spouse was responsible, so if you are disputing a tax debt, you should… Read More »
Eligibility For Equitable Relief
Taxpayers who don’t qualify for innocent spouse relief are not automatically out of luck. In fact, there are a few different options for those who are trying to avoid being held responsible for a spouse’s tax debt, so if you received a notice from the IRS of a tax debt for which you are… Read More »
Do I Qualify For Innocent Spouse Relief?
Many married taxpayers file joint tax returns, as doing so comes with certain tax-related benefits. There are, however, some limitations that come with filing taxes jointly. For instance, by filing jointly, taxpayers are agreeing to be held jointly and severally liable for any taxes that they owe, including interest and penalties. Basically, this means… Read More »
When, How, And Where To File Your Taxes
Even taxpayers who have successfully filed their taxes in the past could find themselves facing unfamiliar issues, delayed refunds, or improperly assessed penalties. To help, we have included a few general tips about when, how, and where to file your taxes. These are, however, are only basic guidelines that may not account for a… Read More »
Steer Clear Of These Common Tax Return Errors
As the extended May 17th tax return filing deadline grows ever closer, taxpayers should keep an eye out for certain errors when filing, which, if left unaddressed can affect processing and delay refunds. Although we’ve included a few of the most common errors made by taxpayers when submitting their taxes, they are by no… Read More »
Resolving A Dispute With The IRS Through The Appeals Process
Taxpayers don’t always agree with the IRS’ decisions, often because the agency made a mistake. Fortunately, taxpayers don’t have to accept an IRS decision without question. Instead, taxpayers can work with the agency to settle their tax dispute through an administrative appeals process, thereby avoiding court proceedings and lengthy litigation. To learn more about… Read More »
Do I Need A Tax Transcript?
Taxpayers who need to verify their identity or provide proof of income could benefit from a tax transcript, which shows a wide range of tax-related information. The type of transcript that a person needs, however, will depend on the exact information he or she is looking for, so if you need help accessing your… Read More »
Recent Changes To Retirement Plan Distribution Rules
Under the federal tax code, retirement plan account owners are usually required to begin taking required minimum distributions (RMDs) when they turn 70 and one-half or 72 years old, depending on their birth date and when they retired. Not all retirement plans require RMDs, but many do, including traditional employee pensions and 401(k) plans…. Read More »
Tips For Avoiding An IRS Tax Audit
Tax audits can be time-consuming and stressful, so it’s in most of our best interests to avoid them when possible. Although there’s no way to guarantee that you won’t be audited, taking certain simple steps can significantly reduce your odds of review. If, however, you have already received notice of an impending audit, you… Read More »
New Bills Would Require Remote Sellers To Collect Florida Sales Tax
Late last year, Florida lawmakers introduced two new bills that, if passed, would require remote sellers and marketplace providers to collect sales tax from their in-state customers. Currently, Florida is one of only two states that has not yet implemented this type of system. In fact, the Florida Legislature considered and failed to pass… Read More »
