Expert guidance on IRS notices, collection action, audits and tax debt resolution — written by the Enrolled Agents and tax attorneys who handle these cases every day.
If you owe taxes to the IRS, you can set up a payment arrangement to pay over time. Options include paying in full, a short-term plan for under $100,000, or
A software builder came to us with a personal income tax problem from 2014 and a simple request: get me on a payment plan. The
For nearly two years, the IRS paused handling high-income nonfiler cases, affecting 38,824 cases involving $15.7 billion in potential tax assessments. In March 2026, the
The IRS interest on unpaid federal taxes for non-corporate taxpayers is currently 7%, compounded daily, with rates reset quarterly. Penalties for late payment are significant
An amended-return credit triggered a three-year IRS audit. Here is how substantiation, the 30-day letter and the Independent Office of Appeals actually work, step by step.
On October 1, 2026, Joseph Clay, a Yonkers tax preparer, pleaded guilty to aiding the preparation of fraudulent tax returns,
A plumbing and HVAC contractor faced severe IRS payroll tax debts over multiple years, leading to a seven-figure assessment and
A recent Kansas case highlights the risks of trusting bookkeepers with tax payments. Nicole Clem, a bookkeeper, misappropriated over $1
On October 1, 2026, Joseph Clay, a Yonkers tax preparer, pleaded guilty to aiding the preparation of fraudulent tax returns,
A plumbing and HVAC contractor faced severe IRS payroll tax debts over multiple years, leading to a seven-figure assessment and
A recent Kansas case highlights the risks of trusting bookkeepers with tax payments. Nicole Clem, a bookkeeper, misappropriated over $1
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When taxpayers stop filing, the IRS produces substitute returns and assesses taxes, often resulting in higher liabilities. A recent case
Danielle Melissa Staten was sentenced to over two years in federal prison for preparing fraudulent tax returns, resulting in a
The IRS has introduced a digitally authenticated Tax Compliance Report, enhancing tax administration’s efficiency and transparency. This online tool provides
A concealed payroll scheme in Florida’s construction industry orchestrated by Iris Villafranca and Osman Donaldo Zapata allowed contractors to pay
The IRS is sounding the alarm about a troubling increase in elder fraud schemes, and families across the country should
Finding out you owe money to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is stressful enough on its own. However, for many
Staring at massive tax debt feels paralyzing. You have probably heard ads promising relief through the offer in compromise program.
The article guides taxpayers on interpreting IRS tax transcripts for accurate refund tracking. It explains the significance of various codes
Releasing a lien on a house is essential for homeowners, as it impacts property ownership and marketability. The process involves
When taxpayers stop filing, the IRS produces substitute returns and assesses taxes, often resulting in higher liabilities. A recent case
Danielle Melissa Staten was sentenced to over two years in federal prison for preparing fraudulent tax returns, resulting in a
The IRS has introduced a digitally authenticated Tax Compliance Report, enhancing tax administration’s efficiency and transparency. This online tool provides
A concealed payroll scheme in Florida’s construction industry orchestrated by Iris Villafranca and Osman Donaldo Zapata allowed contractors to pay
The IRS is sounding the alarm about a troubling increase in elder fraud schemes, and families across the country should
Finding out you owe money to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is stressful enough on its own. However, for many
Staring at massive tax debt feels paralyzing. You have probably heard ads promising relief through the offer in compromise program.
The article guides taxpayers on interpreting IRS tax transcripts for accurate refund tracking. It explains the significance of various codes
Releasing a lien on a house is essential for homeowners, as it impacts property ownership and marketability. The process involves
Payment plan installment agreements help taxpayers manage their tax obligations over time. They benefit both individuals and businesses, offering flexibility
Quarterly payments are essential for self-employed individuals and small business owners, preventing large year-end tax bills and maintaining cash flow.
The Collection Statute Expiration Date (CSED) is vital for taxpayers, marking the deadline for IRS tax debt collections, typically ten
Facing an IRS audit can be daunting. Many wonder how far back the IRS can audit them. Understanding the audit
Understanding liens is vital for property transactions, as they are legal claims used as security for debts. Their duration varies
Receiving an IRS letter about tax balances can be distressing, especially as interest and penalties can swiftly increase debt. Understanding
Understanding the IRS’s collection limits is vital for taxpayers. Typically, the IRS has 10 years from tax assessment to collect.
Taxes are essential for funding public services, and failing to pay them can lead to serious legal consequences, including civil
Currently Not Collectible (CNC) status is an IRS option for taxpayers facing financial hardship, halting collection activities temporarily while allowing
Tax resolution professionals, including tax attorneys, CPAs, and enrolled agents, help individuals and businesses handle IRS challenges. They provide legal
Divorce significantly complicates business ownership, transforming it into a marital asset that can influence taxes and cash flow for business
Navigating taxes can be stressful, especially with the fear of IRS audits. Audit defense services offer professional representation during audits,
Navigating IRS payment plans is essential for managing tax debt effectively. The IRS offers various installment agreements, including short-term and
Understanding IRS collections and their impact on credit reports is vital. While IRS collections do not appear on reports directly,
Tax audits can be daunting, but they often stem from data mismatches or random selection rather than wrongdoing. Most audits
Economic impact relief is essential for addressing financial hardships faced by individuals and businesses, particularly during crises like the COVID-19
Payment plan installment agreements provide a flexible method for taxpayers to manage their tax obligations by spreading payments over time.
A bank levy can be a significant financial strain, freezing access to funds when creditors seize money due to unpaid
If you currently owe the IRS—or paid penalties during the COVID-19 pandemic—you may qualify for IRS penalty relief that could
Tax garnishment occurs when the IRS takes a portion of wages to settle unpaid tax debts, following multiple notifications. There
Payment plan installment agreements help taxpayers manage their tax obligations over time. They benefit both individuals and businesses, offering flexibility
Quarterly payments are essential for self-employed individuals and small business owners, preventing large year-end tax bills and maintaining cash flow.
The Collection Statute Expiration Date (CSED) is vital for taxpayers, marking the deadline for IRS tax debt collections, typically ten
Facing an IRS audit can be daunting. Many wonder how far back the IRS can audit them. Understanding the audit
Understanding liens is vital for property transactions, as they are legal claims used as security for debts. Their duration varies
Receiving an IRS letter about tax balances can be distressing, especially as interest and penalties can swiftly increase debt. Understanding
Understanding the IRS’s collection limits is vital for taxpayers. Typically, the IRS has 10 years from tax assessment to collect.
Taxes are essential for funding public services, and failing to pay them can lead to serious legal consequences, including civil
Currently Not Collectible (CNC) status is an IRS option for taxpayers facing financial hardship, halting collection activities temporarily while allowing
Tax resolution professionals, including tax attorneys, CPAs, and enrolled agents, help individuals and businesses handle IRS challenges. They provide legal
Divorce significantly complicates business ownership, transforming it into a marital asset that can influence taxes and cash flow for business
Navigating taxes can be stressful, especially with the fear of IRS audits. Audit defense services offer professional representation during audits,
Navigating IRS payment plans is essential for managing tax debt effectively. The IRS offers various installment agreements, including short-term and
Understanding IRS collections and their impact on credit reports is vital. While IRS collections do not appear on reports directly,
Tax audits can be daunting, but they often stem from data mismatches or random selection rather than wrongdoing. Most audits
Economic impact relief is essential for addressing financial hardships faced by individuals and businesses, particularly during crises like the COVID-19
Payment plan installment agreements provide a flexible method for taxpayers to manage their tax obligations by spreading payments over time.
A bank levy can be a significant financial strain, freezing access to funds when creditors seize money due to unpaid
If you currently owe the IRS—or paid penalties during the COVID-19 pandemic—you may qualify for IRS penalty relief that could
Tax garnishment occurs when the IRS takes a portion of wages to settle unpaid tax debts, following multiple notifications. There
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