It did not work the first time in 1996. It did not work the second time in 2006. Both times the IRS lost money. Three times a charm?
The focus of our firm is helping individuals and business owners deal with IRS problems like a large tax debt bill, accumulated penalties and interest, or liens, levies and garnished wages. In this category of our blog, we have written various articles about these sorts of IRS tax problems and how to address them.
IRS Problems
Installment Agreements Can Be The Best Solution
When you owe the IRS money, the first letter you get requests full payment. Every additional letter, telephone call, and personal meeting begins with the same demand. Sometimes taxpayers can write the check, but more times than not, there is no ability to pay the debt immediately.
Should You File Your Tax Return If You Can’t Pay Your Bill?
It is April and your tax return is done. On the bottom of the second page it says that you owe money. The amount is more than you can pay so you decide not to file it. Bad move.
Why Taxpayers Should Never Talk to the IRS!!
“Before I get help for my IRS problem, I’m going to go speak personally to the IRS officer or agent. Once they hear what I have to say, I am sure they will understand.” Some people who receive a notice from the IRS think that this is a great strategy because after all, what could go wrong? The answer is EVERYTHING.
The IRS has 10 Years to Collect, But …
When I obtain transcripts from the IRS for my clients I always look for the day the tax was assessed because the IRS only has 10 years to collect the debt. However, there are some events that can occur over that period of time that stops the Statute of Limitations temporarily. They include offers in compromise, collection due process hearings, requests for installment agreements, and bankruptcies.
Settling Your IRS Tax Debt
Learning that you have tax debt can be unwelcome financial news, especially if you didn’t account for additional tax payments in your budget.
Though you’re legally obligated to settle back taxes that are legitimately owed, there are cost-effective payment methods you can use to settle IRS tax debt. Here are some of the most popular payment options to consider for tax debt relief, and the pros and cons of each.
Top IRS Audit Triggers for Small Businesses
An IRS audit: few things strike as much terror in the hearts of small business owners than this simple phrase. You try to do your taxes accurately and on time, … Read more
Top Reasons For IRS Tax Audits
Below is an illustration explain IRS tax audits. There is a certain percentage of people every year that is going to be audited. Certain triggers can cause it to be … Read more
Solving Tax Problems – Offer In Compromise
If you are struggling with a tax debt that you cannot realistically repay, an offer in compromise may provide a workable solution, and a tax attorney can help you file … Read more
Understanding Audit Representation And The IRS
Some people would rather face root canal surgery than an IRS audit. According to ABC News, the IRS audited 1.6 million Americans in 2011 alone. This means that about 1% … Read more
IRS Installment Agreements
Hi, I’m tax attorney Steve Klitzner. My practice is limited solely to representing individuals and businesses with IRS problems. In the beginning of 2012, the IRS came out with a … Read more
IRS Tax Law
Hi. I’m tax attorney Steve Klitzner, and all I do in my practice, as an attorney, is representing individuals and business with IRS problems. Sometimes it’s because the IRS is … Read more
IRS Offer in Compromise
I’m tax attorney Steve Klitzner, and my practice is limited only to representing individuals and businesses with IRS problems. And I’m very happy today to be talking about something that … Read more
IRS Payments
I’m tax attorney Steve Klitzner. My practice is dedicated solely to representing individuals and businesses with IRS problems. Sometimes people have a different sort of problem with the IRS. They … Read more
Power of Attorney
I am tax attorney Steve Klitzner. I developed my practice solely to representing individuals and businesses with IRS problems. Now the Law says that if I have the Power of … Read more
Bankruptcy to Discharge Tax Debt?
Hi. I’m tax attorney Steven Klitzner, and I represent individuals and businesses who have IRS problems. Now here’s something that not a lot of folks know, and that is that … Read more
Why The IRS Likes Tax Attorneys
The IRS loves tax attorneys, but there are a good number of reasons why this is. What Does a Tax Attorney Do? For one thing, a tax professional helps people … Read more
What to Expect From an IRS Audit
During an audit, the Internal Revenue Service conducts an examination of a person’s or business’s accounts and financial records to check for compliance with the tax codes. Selection does not mean that an error was necessarily made, only that the IRS wants to verify or gather additional information. IRS Publication 556 fully details the audit process and what to expect.
The Audit Process
The IRS selects taxpayers to audit in several ways — some random and some targeted. Upon selection, the IRS notifies the tax payer by letter. In some cases, they call before sending the letter.
An audit may either be conducted by mail or in person depending on what information the IRS is seeking. An in person audit may be scheduled at home, in your office or place of business, or at an IRS office. IRS agents are instructed to be flexible when scheduling an audit, but maintain the final say over when and where it is held.
Miami Tax Attorney Steve Klitzner Explains Offer in Compromise (OIC)
I’m tax attorney Steve Klitzner. I represent individuals and businesses that have IRS problems. One of my favorite questions I hear from friends, family, clients, prospective clients is, “We see … Read more
How long can the IRS collect for?
I’m tax attorney Steve Klitzner. When I meet with a new prospective client, after we talk for a little while and I go over some of the options, I very … Read more
Steven N. Klitzner, P.A. is a tax attorney based in Miami, Florida. He has been practicing tax law for over 40 years, and currently holds a 10.0 rating by Avvo. Mr. Klitzner was appointed to the IRS Service Advisory Council in 2021 and is... 
