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Opening the mail and seeing "CP2000" is unsettling. The notice typically means the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) found a difference between the income on your return and income reported by a third party. A timely, organized response can limit additional tax, interest...
If you owe delinquent taxes to the state of California, you may be wondering whether the debt will eventually go away on its own. Many taxpayers assume California follows the same rules as the IRS, which generally has 10 years to collect unpaid federal income taxes....
If you disagree with an IRS audit decision, the most important step is to gather records that support your position. The IRS may change your income, deductions or credits based on the information it reviewed, but you can respond with documents and a clear explanation....
An IRS tax audit can leave you wondering how long you will have to deal with it. There is no single timeline for every audit. Some finish in a few weeks, while others take several months or longer. The length often depends on what the IRS needs to review and how...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
