If you received IRS Notice CP14, the IRS has determined you have an unpaid tax balance and expects a response by the date printed on the notice. This is the agency's first formal notice in the collection process, not a final demand – but it does require timely action....
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How spouses can address a deceased spouse’s IRS debt
The death of a spouse can be one of the most difficult times in a person’s life. Dealing with tax debt may cause extra pressure in this hard period. In this situation, you may wonder if you are liable for the IRS debt of your deceased spouse. What to consider about a...
What happens after the IRS files a federal tax lien?
Receiving notice that the IRS has filed a federal tax lien can raise many questions. You may worry about your property, your finances or what the IRS might do next. When the IRS records a Notice of Federal Tax Lien (NFTL), it publicly documents the government's claim...
Can the IRS take my professional license in California?
Whether you are a doctor, attorney, contractor or a nurse, your professional license is your livelihood. When a tax issue arises, you might worry if the government can shut down your practice and take away your ability to work. How does federal and state tax debt...
Options for disagreeing with an IRS Audit finding
Receiving an unfavorable decision after an IRS audit can feel discouraging. The notice may propose additional taxes and penalties, but this is not the final word. You have the right to challenge the IRS's findings through established procedures. Understanding the...
How could you benefit from the IRS’s separation of liability?
If the IRS is seeking payment for a tax understatement connected to a joint return filed during your marriage, the separation of liability relief can come in handy. It is applicable for the taxpayers of California or any other state under specific conditions and...
What if you have unfiled California tax returns?
Falling behind on California filings can feel overwhelming, especially if notices have already started arriving or you are unsure what you owe. You may worry that filing late will make the problem worse. However, waiting usually gives the California Franchise Tax...
How to protect your home office from a tax audit
Whether you are running a vintage shop from your loft or consulting from your studio, your home office in California can be a major red flag during tax season. Claiming deductions for your workspace can trigger a tax audit from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and...
Blindsided by joint tax debt? 3 ways to seek relief
Receiving a letter from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) or from the California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) can threaten your financial stability. The possibility that the IRS could garnish your wages, freeze your bank accounts or place a lien on your home can create...
What happens to IRS debt after someone dies?
Sorting through a loved one’s finances can feel overwhelming, especially when an IRS notice arrives after the death. A family member may wonder if the debt disappears, whether they personally owe it or what happens if no one knows which returns were filed. IRS debt...

