ArticlesIRS and Department of Labor to Crack Down on “Improper” Use of Independent Contractors Thursday, May 16th, 2013 Many businesses today use independent contractors in addition to, or even instead of, traditional employees. There are many situations in which this arrangement makes sense and is valuable to both parties. However, lately the IRS … IRS Tax Disputes: What To Do If You’re Audited Thursday, April 25th, 2013 Tax season is finally behind us – and if you are like many Americans, particularly business owners and high-income individuals, that means a big sigh of relief. Hopefully it also meant a sizeable refund check! But … IRS Tax Controversy: ‘World Series of Poker’ Champion Faces Tax Dispute Monday, March 18th, 2013 While every taxpayer and business owner dreads the thought of an IRS audit, many of them also are of the mentality that “this could never happen to me.” Of course, as you know if you … IRS Tax Advice: Beware of Identity Theft While Filing Taxes Tuesday, February 26th, 2013 Identity theft is a problem most of us are familiar with. We’ve all heard the horror stories—ruined credit, sky-high credit card bills, and so on. But did you know that your tax returns are a … Good News for Taxpayers: IRS “Fresh Start” Program Helps Resolve IRS Disputes Friday, January 25th, 2013 It’s not very often that I can say this, but the IRS has recently taken steps to make it easier for taxpayers who are struggling with IRS debt to find relief. Aptly called the “Fresh … IRS Tax Planning: Year-End Tax Tips Monday, December 31st, 2012 As 2012 draws to a close, many taxpayers take advantage of the opportunity to make charitable donations and still claim them on their 2012 tax returns. But each year, many taxpayers make simple mistakes that … Managing Uncertainty: Tax Moves to Make Now Tuesday, December 4th, 2012 As you know, the ongoing fiscal cliff negotiations in Washington have made it very difficult to plan for 2013—as millions of Americans aren’t yet sure of even what their tax rate will be. However, despite the … IRS Changes Suggest an Increase in “Whistleblower” Cases is Soon to Come Thursday, October 18th, 2012 The IRS is nothing if not relentless—particularly when it comes to squeezing every possible dollar of revenue from taxpayers. In addition to their stringent reporting requirements, audit process, and often brutal collection tactics, the IRS … The IRS Won’t Forgive Your Honest Mistake! Monday, October 1st, 2012 At my office, we work closely with taxpayers and business owners, many of whom are having trouble with the IRS. In almost every case, these taxpayers previously made an honest mistake (which is easy to … IRS Problems Don’t Have to Make Your Life Miserable! Wednesday, September 5th, 2012 If you’ve ever dealt with an IRS dispute, you know exactly how miserable the process can be. The IRS is often referred to as “the world’s most brutal collection agency”—and with good reason. They are … Disagree With The Results of an IRS Audit? Here’s What to Do Friday, July 27th, 2012 The relationship between the IRS and taxpayers across the nation tends to be very one-sided, to say the least. That is why many business owners and taxpayers are surprised to learn that they do in … Think Your IRS Problems are Hopeless? Think Again! Wednesday, July 25th, 2012 If you are wrapped up in an IRS dispute, it may seem like your situation is hopeless. Between the penalties and interest which continue to pile up and the repeated phone calls and visits from … Is the IRS Breathing Down Your Neck? Here’s What to do About it Saturday, May 19th, 2012 If you are in the middle of an IRS dispute, your situation may seem hopeless. You’re not alone—millions of taxpayers every year face audits, IRS disputes, and penalties. And frankly, the IRS could care less … IRS Problems? You Can Solve Them– But You Must Take Action! Thursday, May 17th, 2012 The IRS is the world’s most brutal collection agency. Their tactics cause extreme stress for thousands of taxpayers across the country, each and every year. Many individuals and business owners in the midst of an … |
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