2020-06-05 00:21
The IRS has stated that 159 million stimulus checks have been processed in the past two months, totaling almost $267 billion.
Out of those 159 million payments, 120 were sent via direct depo… Read More
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Find an IRS office near me
This site was created to provide information about local IRS offices across the US. On this website you can find information regarding your local IRS office, including location, hours, services, parking, and more. It includes a wealth of other related information. Our purpose is to bridge the information gap between the IRS and taxpayers.
2020-06-03 14:19
The IRS recently announced The People First Initiative to provide compliance relief to taxpayers experiencing COVID-19 related hardships.
It released a FAQ to address how taxpayers unde… Read More
2020-06-02 16:55
In its May 29, 2020 report, the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) admonished the IRS, finding that high-income nonfilers owing billions of dollars are not being worke… Read More
2020-05-22 20:27
33 temporary tax breaks (referred to as “tax extenders”) have been set to expire in 2020. 6 of them are related to individual income taxes.
Cancelled mortgage debt
Cancelled debt… Read More
2020-05-18 16:24
On its website, the IRS listed some common scenarios to help explain why your stimulus check was less than expected.
You did not file a 2019 tax return or the IRS has not processed your 2019… Read More
2020-05-13 02:35
On May 12, 2020, House Democrats introduced the HEROES Act which intends to “protect workers and uplift families during the COVID-19 crisis.”
Key measures include income and bene… Read More
2020-05-07 15:53
Tens of thousands of deceased taxpayers and incarcerated taxpayers received stimulus payments which may need to be returned.
The IRS updated its FAQ on May 6, 2020 to provide guidance for su… Read More
2020-04-28 15:33
On April 26th, the Internal Revenue Service announced significant upgrades to the “Get My Payment” tool and encourages taxpayers to check out the tool again.
The enhancements, wh… Read More
2020-04-22 17:28
Many people have received the “wrong amount” of stimulus payment. Here are a couple of things you can try if you’re one of those taxpayers.
Calculate the correct amount
To… Read More
2020-04-16 02:13
On 4/15/20, the IRS put up a ‘Get My Payment’ tool that allows taxpayers to check on the status of their economic stimulus payments.
This application will give you information ab… Read More
2020-04-11 18:27
On Friday the IRS website made available an online portal for non-filers to submit their information to get their stimulus payments.
At this time, only those low-income taxpayers who are bel… Read More
2020-04-05 17:59
Generally
For 2019 tax returns, you’re required to file as follows based on your filing status:
IF your filing status is…
AND at the end of 2019 you were…
THEN file a ret… Read More
2020-04-02 02:04
The Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”) authorizes up to $349 billion in forgivable loans to small businesses to pay their employees during the COVID-19 crisis.
How much can a sm… Read More
2020-03-27 00:59
To help people facing the challenges of COVID-19 issues, the Internal Revenue Service announced today a sweeping series of steps to assist taxpayers by providing relief on a variety of issue… Read More
2020-03-27 00:34
On March 25, 2020 Congress unanimously passed an economic stimulus package that allows for taxpayers to receive stimulus checks of up to $1,200 per adult.
How much are the stimulus checks?
A… Read More
2020-03-20 02:43
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (H.R. 6201) was passed by Senate and signed into law by President Trump on March 18th.
The new law guarantees paid sick leave to employees of smal… Read More
2020-03-12 16:32
This page will provide updates on tax relief provided by the IRS in response to the Coronavirus pandemic.
High-deductible health plans can cover Coronavirus Costs
On March 11, 2020, the IRS… Read More
2020-01-27 03:12
Federal Court in Savannah, Georgia, Enters Permanent Injunction Against Tax Return Preparer
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia has enjoined Andrea Nadel and her… Read More
2020-01-08 17:29
DOJ announces the sentencing of Atlanta government official, Larry Scott.
ATLANTA – Larry Scott has been sentenced to federal prison for failing to disclose to the City of Atlanta that… Read More
2020-01-02 02:08
The Internal Revenue Service announced today an agreement with Free File, Inc. (FFI) designed to bring more clarity for taxpayers choosing to use free online software during the 2020 filing… Read More
2019-12-19 21:35
Farmers who have sustained losses over many years should be aware of the IRS’ hobby loss rules which limit farm loss tax deductions. Hobby losses are one of the most frequently litigat… Read More
2019-12-11 22:54
The Justice Department announced recently that it has filed a complaint with a U.S. District Court in Norfolk, Virginia requiring Liberty Tax Service stores, to refrain from specific acts an… Read More
2019-12-03 17:02
Cloverdell ESAs and 529 Plans are great ways to save for college. The investments can grow tax-free in stocks, mutual funds, bonds, and variety of investment vehicles.
However, these savings… Read More
2019-11-22 19:49
It is not uncommon for taxpayers to get a little behind on the filing of their tax returns. But consistent late filing under some circumstances can lead to fraudulent failure to file civil p… Read More
2019-11-22 01:59
A federal jury in Denver, Colorado, found Martin Fields guilty yesterday of conspiracy to defraud the United States, conspiracy to commit money laundering, making false claims against the… Read More
2019-11-03 21:26
The whistleblower program is one of the weapons used by the IRS to detect underpayments of tax and violations of the internal revenue laws. The program is based on the principle “if yo… Read More
2019-10-20 19:24
A notice of deficiency is a proposed increase of tax and your notice to dispute the deficiency in tax court.
Before it can assess liability for unpaid taxes, the IRS must send a deficiency n… Read More
2019-10-16 16:55
Many taxpayers will claim a car and truck deduction on their Schedule C or business returns. Often, taxpayers are unaware of what documents they should retain to substantiate their deduction… Read More
2019-10-07 00:56
United States Attorney David C. Joseph announced that Ronald W. Reeves, 68, of Delhi, Louisiana, was sentenced October 2 by U.S. District Judge Terry A. Doughty to serve 41 months in federal… Read More
2019-10-01 01:57
The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) in its recent report found that the IRS may have improperly issued levies on hundreds of taxpayers,
What TIGTA investigated
The… Read More
2019-09-24 19:40
Alma Barlow and Denver Barlow, formerly of Hildale, Utah, were sentenced in federal court today to 24 months in prison each for conspiracy to file false claims, announced Principal Deputy… Read More
2019-09-17 13:50
Former District of Columbia Attorney Sentenced to Prison for $2 Million Investment Fraud Scheme and Failure to File Tax Return
A former District of Columbia attorney was sentenced to pris… Read More
2019-09-11 13:07
The owner of a chiropractic business was sentenced to 6 months in prison for tax evasion after pleading guilty to the charge in June 2019, announced Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney Gener… Read More
2019-09-11 13:05
From DOJ press release.
Long Island resident plead guilty to providing false business records to impede an Internal Revenue Service investigation.
In Central Islip, New York, a Brent… Read More
2019-09-10 20:29
Jury finds that a Houston attorney conspired to repatriate more than $18 million in untaxed money held in foreign banks.
A Houston, Texas, attorney was convicted today of one count of… Read More
2019-09-06 02:51
In Welwood v. Comm’r, T.C. Memo. 2019-113, the Tax Court held that a Texas woman did not meet the criteria for equitable relief because she was not able to show sufficient economic har… Read More
2019-09-03 02:22
As Dorian threatens and with the peak of hurricane season just ahead, the Internal Revenue Service posted a reminder to everyone to develop an emergency preparedness plan. Taxpayers, whether… Read More
2019-08-31 16:40
A Charlotte, North Carolina area woman was sentenced to 14 months in prison today for federal employment tax fraud, announced Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Richard E. Zuckerman… Read More
2019-08-31 16:31
A Birmingham, Alabama man was sentenced to 30 months in prison for filing a false tax return, announced Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Richard E. Zuckerman of the Justice Depart… Read More
2019-08-31 16:21
A Detroit, Michigan, businessperson, who owned a restaurant and an adult entertainment facility, pleaded guilty today to willful failure to pay over employment taxes and failure to file an i… Read More
2019-08-29 13:57
A Portland, Maine tax return preparer pleaded guilty today to one count of aiding and assisting in the preparation of a false tax return, announced Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney Genera… Read More
2019-08-16 01:45
A federal grand jury has indicted Todd and Julie Chrisley, the stars of the reality television show Chrisley Knows Best, on multiple counts of conspiracy, bank fraud, wire fraud, and tax eva… Read More
2019-08-13 03:25
A Waco, Texas, tax return preparer pleaded guilty Tuesday to conspiracy to defraud the United States according to a DOJ Press Release.
According to the indictment and information presented a… Read More
2019-08-12 01:57
In Bianca Lavina Gilmore v. Comm’r, T.C. Memo. 2019-97, the Tax Court decided whether the IRS properly levied the Taxpayer’s assets.
TLDR: Be sure to make your current year estim… Read More
2019-07-31 14:42
A worker was awarded damages by a U.S. district court against an employer who classified her to the IRS as an independent contractor rather than an employee.
Plaintiff Valerie Vanderbilt fil… Read More
2019-07-30 01:51
What is bookkeeping?
Bookkeeping refers to the process of recording monetary transactions. This record-keeping process is usually done by a bookkeeper and the information is then input on a… Read More
2019-07-21 22:38
As of March 2019, U.S. student loan debt amounted to $1.6 trillion in federal and private student loan debt.
On July 11, 2019 the President of the American Federation of Teachers, AFL-CIO fi… Read More
2019-07-13 19:48
In this article, we’ll explain why getting a home equity to pay back taxes can be a great alternative to an IRS streamlined payment plan.
Will you be able to get a loan?
If there is a… Read More
2019-07-07 00:57
Discharging Tax Debt Under Chapter 7
A common misconception is that federal taxes cannot be discharged through bankruptcy. A Chapter 7 filing can be a very powerful tool in obtaining re… Read More
2019-06-29 03:20
Taxpayers who have no ability to make monthly payments towards their tax debt can request that the IRS place their account in currently not collectible (CNC) status.
While a taxpayer’s… Read More
2019-06-24 02:54
In a recent tax forum, the IRS stated that they are drafting a new Letter 6152 that will be sent to taxpayers who haven’t settled their tax debt. The letter will warn such taxpayers th… Read More
2019-06-20 04:02
This article discusses what an IRS levy is and how to stop an IRS levy.
IRS levy vs. lien
A federal tax lien encumbers a taxpayer’s property. It is filed with the county clerk and is i… Read More
2019-06-18 00:55
Need tax relief help? This is a guide for taxpayers who are looking for resolve their IRS tax debt and owe less than $100,000.
The IRS collections process: automated notices
The IRS creates… Read More
2019-06-15 16:15
If you haven’t filed your tax returns in a while, how do you get back into compliance? Do you need an attorney?
Many people are able to file their back tax returns using TurboTax.
You… Read More
2019-06-11 02:03
A former business partner of President Trump’s real estate company is suing the company in U.S. court, alleging a failure to pay Panamanian taxes and social security contributions rela… Read More
2019-06-08 19:01
Getting Audited by the IRS
If you’re visiting this page, perhaps it’s because you’re being audited by IRS; or maybe you’re wondering what the IRS audit triggers are;… Read More
2019-06-04 19:48
The IRS “Dirty Dozen” List
The IRS released their yearly Dirty Dozen tax scams for 2019.
This year’s “Dirty Dozen” list highlights a wide variety of schemes tha… Read More
2019-06-04 13:56
President Trump declared a major disaster in Muskogee, Tulsa and Wagoner counties.
Residents who live or have a business in these counties may qualify for the following tax relief:
Certain d… Read More
2019-06-04 01:34
The Treasury Department and the IRS are working to incorporate changes into the Form W-4, Employee’s Withholding Allowance Certificate, for 2020. The current 2019 version of the F… Read More
2019-06-01 15:48
The U.S. Tax Court in Oliveri v. Comm’r, T.C. Memo 2019-57, found that the IRS didn’t abuse its discretion by pursuing collection of a Tennessee man’s tax debt after he fai… Read More
2019-05-27 14:18
West Virginia fined a wholesale cigarette distributor, Ashland, for selling delisted cigarette brands. The fine of $159,398 was assessed on 12,230 packs sold, which comes out to 500% of the… Read More
2019-05-23 23:30
In Constance H. Briley v. Commissioner of Internal Revenue, docket number 7782-17 (T.C. Memo. 2019-55), the Tax Court denied innocent spouse relief to a Virginia woman, who the court said ha… Read More
2019-05-23 15:17
The recent federal overhaul (Tax Cuts and Jobs Act) disproportionately benefited the richest fifth of Americans. There are 5 tax proposals by lawmakers that would benefit lower and middle cl… Read More
2019-05-20 04:11
On May 14, 2019, a federal jury in Las Vegas, Nevada, convicted Craig P. Orrock, a former attorney and former Internal Revenue Service (IRS) employee, of tax evasion and obstructing the inte… Read More
2019-04-10 04:27
When married taxpayers sign a joint return, they are jointly and severally liable for the taxes owed on the return.
Oftentimes a spouse will fail to report income or claim improper deduction… Read More
2019-04-08 02:01
It’s that time of the year. We’ve just finished sending in our tax returns and doing our happy refund dances.
We’re sit patiently for that crisp, green refund check –… Read More
2019-04-08 01:05
Bob winds up with $250,000 of total tax debt. He earns net business income of $150,000/yr. He has $200,000 equity in his home and $75,000 in his IRA. He hears about the “Fresh Start Pr… Read More
2019-04-08 01:05
Bob winds up with $250,000 of total tax debt. He earns net business income of $150,000/yr. He has $200,000 equity in his home and $75,000 in his IRA. He hears about the “Fresh Start Pr… Read More
2019-04-08 00:52
How to Settle IRS Debt
If you’re struggling with tax debt, you’re probably looking to learn how to settle IRS debt. This is a process known as an Offer in Compromise –… Read More
2019-04-08 00:49
The Five Biggest Mistakes Made When Filing an Offer-in-Compromise!
The Internal Revenue Service’s (“IRS”) Offer-in-Compromise program continues to be one of the most popula… Read More
2019-04-08 00:41
Former IRS Revenue Officer Sentenced for Tax Evasion
In an ironic twist, a former IRS revenue officer was recently sentenced to prison for tax evasion and impeding the due administration of… Read More
2019-04-08 00:36
IRS collections – Federal Tax Liens
Anyone who has been in trouble with IRS tax debt probably has some experience with a federal tax lien. Learn about what an IRS tax lien is, how it&r&hell…Read More
2019-04-08 00:29
Guide to IRS Penalties
There are many different types of penalties that the IRS can impose on individual and business taxpayers. Here are some of the more common IRS penalties.
Failure… Read More
2019-04-08 00:21
Settling Tax Debt: IRS Offer-in-Compromise vs. Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
A common misconception is that you cannot discharge federal tax debt in Chapter 7 bankruptcy. In fact you can both dischar… Read More
2019-03-30 18:18
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2018-11-05 03:27
Tax Court Orders Actor Wesley Snipes to Pay $9.5M in Back Taxes
In 2013, the IRS filed a notice of federal tax lien against actor Wesley Snipe’s property. At the time, the IRS had asse… Read More
2018-02-24 00:23
There are several different types of tax deductible car and truck expenses that individuals and business taxpayers are eligible to deduct on their return. The record-keeping requirements are… Read More
2017-09-27 03:15
IRS to Share Information about Trump Officials with Special Counsel in Russia Probe
Various news outlets, including CNN, have reported that IRS’s Criminal Investigation Unit has begun… Read More
2017-09-24 18:50
Tax Resolution Companies
Are you looking for the “best tax resolution company“? Well look no more because there is no such thing as a good tax resolution company! We felt compell… Read More
2017-09-24 17:51
What is the Internal Revenue Service Phone Number?
The IRS has various phone numbers depending on the type of assistance you are seeking.
How to Prepare for the Call
Before you call, make su… Read More
2017-09-21 06:57
Foreign Life Insurance Taxation
Life insurance can be good way to ensure that loved ones are taken care of in the event of an unfortunate situation. However, owning a foreign life insurance… Read More
2017-09-01 23:23
IRS Tax Amnesty & Voluntary Disclosure Practice
What do you do if you have committed a serious tax crime but the IRS has not yet discovered it? Tax amnesty has been a longstanding practi… Read More
2017-08-28 04:24
Hurricane Harvey & IRS Casualty Loss Deduction
As Hurricane Harvey continues to batter Houston in what some consider to be a 1 in 1,000 year event, only 15% of Houston residents are prot… Read More
2017-08-26 18:38
IRS Form 3520 – What are the Reporting Requirements and Tax Consequences of Receiving a Gift from a Foreign Person?
It is a common scenario where a U.S. person receives a gift from a p… Read More
2017-08-22 00:50
Community Property and IRS Tax Liabilities
What is Community Property?
Texas is a community property state, which means that all “community property” is owned jointly and equally… Read More
2017-08-08 02:42
Clients often come to us after going through an IRS audit and receiving a large tax bill. They either represented themselves or hired someone who did not represent them effectively. This art… Read More
2017-07-27 00:03
The “FATCA” (Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act) provisions require specified individuals to report ownership of specified foreign financial assets if the total value exceeds the… Read More
2017-07-17 05:24
When a husband and wife sign a joint tax return, each spouse is jointly and severally liable for all taxes relating to that year. Where one spouse does not believe he or she should be liable… Read More
2017-07-10 04:16
In this article are the IRS’ internal procedures for investigations of FBAR violations. After the foreign bank reports the non-compliant taxpayer’s account information to the for… Read More
2017-06-26 00:53
If you are a US citizen or tax resident, you may have a foreign bank account reporting obligation. There are individuals who don’t report their foreign financial accounts to evade taxe… Read More
2017-06-15 17:58
You want to sell your primary residence, but you rent part of it and don’t know how that affects your taxes. Or you’ve converted your residence to rental property or vice versa… Read More
2017-05-27 20:12
For Canadians foreign nationals residing in the U.S. and U.S. expatriates living in Canada, taxation of Canadian investments in the U.S. can be complicated. It can even be difficult to find… Read More
2017-05-23 07:44
Are you looking for the “best tax resolution company“? Well look no more because there is no such thing as a good tax resolution company! I felt compelled to write this post due… Read More
2017-05-22 08:23
Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act (FIRPTA)
The Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act (FIRPTA) was enacted in 1980 in order to impose a tax withholding requirement on foreign… Read More
2017-05-22 08:23
FATCA India Compliance Update
May 1, 2017 is the compliance deadline for all US persons with mutual funds, bank accounts, and insurance products in India to comply with FATCA by providing th… Read More
2017-05-22 08:22
FBAR Criminal Prosecution – Case Study
Offshore tax evasion, specifically failure to file FBARs, can result in two types of civil penalties – willful failure … Read More
2017-05-22 08:21
5 Things You Should do if You have Unreported Foreign Income
Learn about what to do if you have unreported foreign income and accounts. Non-Compliance with foreign asset reporting can lead t… Read More
2017-05-22 08:21
What’s Reported on the FBAR?
As we get closer to the 2017 deadline for FBAR filing, here’s the rundown on what needs to be reported. Note that beginning this year, the deadline h… Read More
2017-05-22 08:20
Is Quiet Disclosure Ever a Good Option?
What is a Quiet Disclosure?
In the world of offshore voluntary compliance, a quiet disclosure refers to filing amended returns and paying an… Read More
2017-05-22 08:20
Offshore Tax Compliance for Investments in India
FATCA INDIA
For US residents with investments in India, compliance with FATCA and the US tax code can be burdensome. We’ll discuss… Read More
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