Tax Issues

In 2011 we represented a client who had unfiled tax returns, and we created for him a tax payment plan. The client was a spouse in a same sex marriage. We prepared and filed the income federal income tax returns as single for the Internal Revenue Service, since they did not recognize the marriage.

The IRS First-Time Abatement Policy can be a very useful tool to lower an outstanding tax bill. It is most helpful when someone made a one-time mistake (late filing of return, late payment of tax, etc.) and the IRS penalized the taxpayer for this lateness.

A recent client came to me with a particularly delicate problem. He and his wife owed the IRS approximately $110,000 in back taxes. Under normal circumstances, that debt alone would have been stressful enough—but this client’s situation was unique. He was a New York State Judge, and any public filing of a Notice of Federal Tax Lien (NFTL) could have jeopardized not only his reputation but also his judicial career.

The ability to prepare and file your own income tax return can be a very convenient experience. There are many tax software programs available, and most do a good job of helping you prepare and file the income tax returns for a small fee. For the average taxpayer, these programs cover the main issues, and produce an accurate tax return after a few hours of data entry.

There are many reasons why people fail to file their income tax returns and need back taxed help in the Albany Capital region to NYC area. In some instances, the taxpayer just forgets to file, is too busy, can’t afford the resultant tax bill, or some even thought they did not owe anything, so there was no reason to file the return.

When you read advertisements, such as "Settle your Bank Taxes for pennies, Free Tax Evaluation Now!", you need to pause and consider whether the services will be helpful to you, or will they just cost you money with no relief to the bank taxes you owe.

COVID 19 has badly affected the whole world. It posed the danger for both the health and economic factors of all countries. As of current status, the United States of America is the biggest victim of Coronavirus. This pandemic affected the daily legal operations of the United States. The Internal Revenue Service’s operations are also affected due to the threat of the spread of COVID 19.

The ongoing outbreak of COVID 19 has badly affected each and every person all over the world. Despite the passing of dark days of five months, it has continued to do damages. As of now, the world has nothing to prevent and eliminate it. That means there is uncertainty about how long it will last. The individuals have been struggling for jobs, businesses and organizations are in a huge loss, and government bodies have weakened economically.

When people think of taxes, they usually focus on obligations: filing returns, paying on time, and keeping accurate records. These responsibilities are essential, but few taxpayers realize that their relationship with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is not one-sided. Every taxpayer in the United States is protected by a series of fundamental rights that ensure fair treatment, transparency, and accountability from the IRS.

The United States is known as an inclusive country. People from all over the world study, work and live in this country. As an international student or foreign worker, you may ask the question, what is my US tax status when I have income. Below I will give you a starting point when you ask this question or struggle with this issue.

IRS Notice CP2000 is sent to taxpayers who have underreported their income, resulting in additional tax liability. This may be due to unreported income, errors, or identity theft.

You may receive this notice for various reasons, including filing a tax return without full payment, IRS adjustments leading to additional tax liability, or unpaid taxes due to an audit. CP14A is a balance due notice sent to those with existing installment agreements, requiring no additional action unless the balance is incorrect.

It has been become very common to hear news about identity theft where confidential information is being stolen and used to steal a person’s money by taking over the identity of that person. Most often the start of that process begins when sensitive data is stolen by a data breach. There are many forms of identity theft.

Filing taxes annually is an inevitable task that often induces anxiety, compounded by the fear of making errors that can add an extra layer of stress. Despite one's diligent efforts, mistakes can manifest on a tax return, ranging from simple math miscalculations to more intricate issues. Swiftly addressing these errors is paramount to avoid potential repercussions.

If you have outstanding tax debts your account is typically sent to the IRS Automated Collection System (ACS). The ACS is a system used to manage the collection of outstanding IRS tax debts from individual taxpayers and businesses. If you have received a notice from IRS ACS and are unsure what to expect, here’s everything you need to know.

Millions of dollars have been completely lost over the years as a result of professional tax scams, so it makes sense to be a little skeptical if you receive a notification from the IRS in the mail. This type of letter might also cause some anxiety, too, which is completely normal.

Living outside the United States while still a citizen can be challenging, as you still have legal obligations and requirements you must fulfill with the U. S. government. It’s easy to fall behind on tax filings and other legal obligations, and in fact, many people don’t even realize they have these obligations until they have lived abroad for years.

1. A free consultation with a tax attorney allows individuals to assess their needs, determine if they require an attorney, and evaluate the law firm's expertise and approach.

New York State taxpayers who are unable to satisfy their tax payment or filing obligations may face consequences such as tax warrants, wage garnishment, asset seizure, and penalties. Relief options include requesting penalty abatement, setting up monthly payment plans, exploring the Offer-in-Compromise program, filing for Innocent Spouse Relief, and utilizing the Voluntary Disclosure Program.

Not reporting your cryptocurrency gains or losses will impact you in the same way that not reporting gains or losses from stocks affects you. In other words, if you have losses, you miss out on tax benefits, and if you have gains, you will incur penalties or other consequences due to failure to report income.