IRS Appeal When They Say “No”
One of the great parts of representing taxpayers with IRS appeal problems is that the law gives them plenty of rights. One of my favorite is the appeal.
IRS Myth 11: Once You Get Audited, The IRS Will Never Leave You Alone
The IRS audits less than 1% of the total tax returns filed. There is usually a reason a particular return gets selected.
IRS Myth 7: Once You File A Joint Tax Return, You Cannot Get Out Of It
When a married couple file separate returns, they can later amend and file a joint return. When they initially file a joint return, they cannot then file separate returns. However, under certain circumstances, one party may be able to separate the liability.
IRS Myth 2: Taxpayers Have No Right To Question IRS Decisions
Here is the Taxpayer Bill of Rights:
IRS Myth 1: People Who Do Not Pay Their Taxes Are Bad People
I talk to taxpayers, clients, and prospective clients either on the telephone or in person every day. People who do not have tax problems do not realize that just because you owe the IRS money, are getting audited, or have not filed tax returns does not mean that you are a bad or evil person.…
Eight Mistakes Tax Practitioners Make When Negotiating With the IRS
Important Tips to Keep From Getting Your Client in MORE Hot Water Representing citizens with IRS problems is a challenge. The IRS has little sympathy for delinquent individuals and businesses. Fortunately, citizens have rights and, through their legal representative, they can successfully negotiate a resolution that allows them to move on with their lives. To…
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…
Are You Going To Get Audited By The IRS?
The short answer is “probably not.” Less than 1% of tax returns are audited. Generally, there is a reason for the ones that get chosen. When the IRS receives a tax return, they score it. This identifies the tax returns where the numbers are outside the average from someone whose work is similar to the…