There’s nothing like being your own boss. However, the downside of only having to answer to yourself is that you are responsible for your own payroll taxes. To help lighten your tax burden, the IRS allows for several tax deductions. It’s important that you understand...
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recently announced it will renew audit efforts that were postponed a few months ago in response to the current coronavirus pandemic. The federal agency, like most organizations and businesses throughout the country, greatly reduced...
A letter from the IRS can be anxiety-provoking. Feelings of unease can turn to terror if the IRS is informing you that you have a delinquent tax return. However, it’s important to remind yourself that this is not the end of the world. Here are some steps you can take...
If you are unable to pay what you owe in taxes, or if paying would create a financial hardship for you, the IRS may consider what is called an “offer in compromise” to settle your tax debt. Essentially, the IRS is sometimes willing to settle your debt for the amount...
In recent months, numerous Americans have lost their jobs due to the flagging economy. As a result, a record 36.5 million people have applied for unemployment benefits to make ends meet. The federal government even passed legislation to ease the restrictions on...
As an adult responsible for filing and paying your own taxes, the word audit might send a shiver down your spine. After all, an audit usually only occurs if the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has reason to believe that there are omissions or errors in your tax return....
Whether you run your own small business, pay your quarterly taxes as a self-employed independent contractor or just have had too much on your plate in recent weeks to think about filing your annual tax return, you probably know that the longer you wait to file your...
When people divorce, there are often some surprises that come up in the process. Unfortunately, some people might realize that their spouse didn't handle something related to income tax returns properly. This can lead to a tax liability for both parties, including the...
People who have to deal with issues with the Internal Revenue Service know that the processes you may have to go through are challenging. Being audited can feel stressful but working with someone familiar with tax law might be beneficial.Many people don't realize that...
Taxes can be very stressful, and many people will do just about anything to limit how much they have to pay. There is a fine line between tax avoidance, a legal effort to minimize your tax obligations, and tax evasion, the illegal avoidance of taxes you have a...
