Understanding the details of tax laws can sometimes baffle even the most knowledgeable. One concept that tends to confound many is the Internal Revenue Service penalty abatement. If you owe penalties to the IRS, it could be for a variety of reasons. Perhaps you filed...
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Why would the IRS want to audit your taxes?
Correspondence from the IRS that they plan to audit your taxes could cause uncertainty and angst. Knowing some of the reasons why they might do this can help you prepare a defense. The good news is, even if the IRS finds something concerning, you can eventually remedy...
Understanding the 3 types of tax audits
Not many California taxpayers wind up becoming the subject of a tax audit, but it does happen. Most of the time, it happens because something a taxpayer does when filing taxes attracts the attention of the IRS, prompting the service to take a closer look at the...
How could knowing about errors impact your right to innocent spouse relief?
Innocent spouse relief is an option you may have if your spouse committed tax fraud or made errors when filing a tax return. It is an offer at the federal level managed by the IRS. Not every situation allows you to claim innocent spouse relief. You must qualify, and...
How long does it take California tax debt to expire?
Taxes are not an area many people are savvy in. It is also not an area individuals generally enjoy pondering. Because of this and its potential for complexity, it is not uncommon for a person to make a simple mistake leading to the revealing of tax debt after filing...
Are you unknowingly committing tax fraud?
Taxpayers should strive to ensure that they do not unknowingly commit tax fraud. However, understanding what constitutes tax fraud can be complex, as it involves a range of actions or omissions that can deceive tax authorities. This article explores common scenarios...
Paying the IRS in installments: an overview
If you believe you might not be able to pay taxes in full or on time, you could have several options available. One of them might be working through a payment plan. There are several potential complications with this approach. Although it is typically less complex...
Can you challenge a tax audit?
Receiving notice of a tax audit can be an unnerving experience. You may be wondering if it is possible to challenge the audit and protect yourself from potential penalties or additional taxes. The good news is that you do have options for disputing a tax audit if you...
Common reasons for an IRS audit
Receiving a notice from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) about an audit can make you feel nervous. Although audit chances are relatively low, understanding the common reasons for an audit helps you take steps to reduce your risk and ensure your tax returns are...
How does the IRS collect overdue tax payments?
One of the guarantees of life is that you will have to pay taxes, and it is next to impossible to avoid paying them. Even if you simply fail to pay, you will face aggressive tax collection action from the IRS. The nation's top taxation agency is very serious about...