IRS

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...

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...

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...

Missing a payment on your IRS installment agreement is a common obstacle that many taxpayers encounter, but it is one you can resolve with proper guidance. If you are a California taxpayer, you are working with agencies that follow very specific, systematic rules. As...

Unlike before, cryptocurrency is no longer flying under the radar. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has made digital asset enforcement a priority and if you hold or trade cryptocurrency, it is worth knowing what could put you on the IRS's radar. What tools does the...

Tax debt can feel overwhelming when balances grow beyond what you can realistically pay. You may wonder whether the IRS allows any structured way to resolve that debt for less than the full amount owed. An Offer in Compromise (OIC) gives some taxpayers a lawful option...

Unpaid federal taxes can create serious financial pressure, and concerns about losing property often follow. Federal law gives the IRS authority to collect overdue taxes, but strict rules control when and how seizures happen. Knowing these limits helps you understand...

You may feel uncertain when you claim business losses because you recognize that certain patterns can prompt IRS scrutiny. Losses can support your return when they reflect legitimate business activity, but specific indicators can signal potential concerns. When you...