You may have seen or heard the commercials that advise you to call a number to try and make a deal with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to pay less than you owe on your taxes, but can you trust those commercials? Is there really an option to “get out of tax debt” like the […]
How the Trump Tax Cut May Change Your Taxes
Paying federal taxes is one of the most popular topics under discussion in politics today, and every presidential administration makes changes that it thinks will improve the country in some manner. In 2017, both houses of Congress and the Trump Administration have made taxes an important part of the legislative session. With so much publicity […]
5 Tax Audit Myths You Shouldn’t Believe
If you receive a notice from the IRS about a pending tax audit, it’s helpful to understand the process before it gets underway, and it’s even more helpful to know about some common tax audit myths that everyone tends to believe. Understanding what happens during a tax audit can help you prepare for that eventuality […]
What to Do When You Have Tax Problems
Unless you have malicious intent when you pay the wrong amount of taxes, it’s unlikely that the federal government or the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will haul you off to jail. Tax avoidance can carry steep penalties, but it’s pretty rare to see citizens put in jail because of unfortunate tax mistakes or financial problems […]
Can You Really Negotiate with the IRS?
A call from a debt collector about an overdue credit card or an unpaid loan is a hassle and something that no one should need to experience, but dealing with back taxes is something that is likely to cause stress and sleepless nights. With commercials suggesting that your back taxes may allow the government to […]
How to Avoid a Tax Audit: Personal Finance Tips for Tax Season
The deadline to file your 2013 tax return is April 15, 2014. Many people look forward to filing their taxes each year because they will receive their tax return. When you file your taxes you goal should be to do so accurately to ensure that you receive the correct tax refund due to you. Every […]
4 Things You Need to Know About Bankruptcy and Tax Returns
Filing for bankruptcy is a scary, yet often necessary process for people who are struggling with overwhelming debt. However, while bankruptcy can provide relief from creditors and even foreclosure, it can have significant federal tax consequences. Here are some things you need to know about bankruptcy and tax returns. Bankruptcy and Tax Returns: 4 Key […]
How Do You Find Out Who Is Garnishing Your Wages?
How do you find out who is garnishing your wages? This is a question many people who’ve noticed their paycheck was running a bit low want to know, as the discrepancy in earnings may stem from wage garnishment from creditors or the IRS. If you’ve been struggling with debt, your creditors may have resorted to […]
Tax Return Theft: How to Keep Your Personal Information Safe
Tax return theft is an issue that more Americans are facing each tax season. A growing percentage of tax refunds are stolen, so knowing how to keep your personal information safe is important if you want to avoid this frustrating and time-consuming problem. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of the Treasury, refund theft […]
Top Tax Season Tips: Round Two
April 15th is rapidly approaching, and for those of you seeking tax season tips, read on for our latest summary of recent tax and IRS related posts. Being informed of your options during tax season can really help you stay out of trouble with the IRS, which is usually a good idea! We’ll discuss recent […]
